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Forum: Commuting
06-26-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,938
Posted By TMassimo

I Googled the postcodes to see how long is the...

I Googled the postcodes to see how long is the commute. It's 2.5 miles. That's nothing, man! I'm gonna be straight with you: commuting is not the key - lack of fitness and laziness motivation is. Get...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-26-23, 10:05 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

Not today - but I swapped the jokey wheels of my...

Not today - but I swapped the jokey wheels of my 105 R5800 with the Ultegra's ones.
https://www.merlincycles.com/shimano-ultegra-rd-6800-6870-11-speed-jockey-wheels-74569.html
No problems shifting...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

Got new grips and stem ...

Got new grips and stem

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/510x647/pxl_20230508_052648202_a405673420f8bff5afcb34f2cdf1f357e51e4326.jpg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-23, 03:09 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,315
Posted By TMassimo

I recently upgraded to this:...

I recently upgraded to this: https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/p/selle-italia-max-flite-gelflow-racing-road-saddle

I really don't like the look of this saddle on the bike, at all - it's big and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 856
Posted By TMassimo

There's no built-in lubrication I could see. The...

There's no built-in lubrication I could see. The fact is every time I spray some chain dry lube between the gaps in the centre of the jockey wheel, I notice an instant improvement in ride smoothness,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 856
Posted By TMassimo

Aftermarket Jockey Wheels

Would these Jockey Wheels work on a Shimano 105, GS cage, 11-speed?
https://www.bike-components.de/en/KCNC/Jockey-Wheel-Aluminium-Derailleur-Pulleys-1-pair-p47936/

It says they're compatible...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-23, 04:32 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

I finally got around to replacing the stem. The...

I finally got around to replacing the stem. The original was too long and too upright. I've only done a couple of rides of 20min each but the difference is very noticeable. I should've done it long...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-21-23, 11:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 459
Posted By TMassimo

Question New Jockey Wheels

I have a Shimano 105, GS cage, 11-speed. I think this is the one:
https://bike.shimano.com/en-US/product/component/shimano105-r7000/RD-R7000-GS.html

I would like to get new jockey wheels. Would...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-14-18, 05:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,558
Posted By TMassimo

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-14-18, 04:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,558
Posted By TMassimo

I kept them on the bike for awhile but I wasn't...

I kept them on the bike for awhile but I wasn't using them so I took them off. There's a minor scuff on one as you can see from the pics

https://imgur.com/a/gZqvFqQ
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-18, 02:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,558
Posted By TMassimo

I think I have a pair in black that came with the...

I think I have a pair in black that came with the Sirrus. I removed them because don't like the look.

I have no use for them so you can have them if you want.

I'll post a pic once I got time.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-18, 07:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,757
Posted By TMassimo

I hate going over small steps and potholes when...

I hate going over small steps and potholes when I'm riding on a bike path. The idiots who have laid out the path couldn't work out to keep it flat at intersections and crossing. I'm sure suspension...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-18, 01:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,757
Posted By TMassimo

I think you have a point. I have never ridden a...

I think you have a point. I have never ridden a bike with suspension forks. My reply was base on the majority of comments here from users who have tried or owned bikes with sf, which are negative....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-11-18, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,757
Posted By TMassimo

If you're your ride is mostly on the city streets...

If you're your ride is mostly on the city streets and paved paths you don't need the Norco. The suspension forks only add weight and are of no use to you. They're not very good either. Also, you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-11-18, 11:02 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

Same 👍

Same 👍
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-18, 04:38 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

One thing I forgot to mention that it's not shown...

One thing I forgot to mention that it's not shown in the video after the tire is fitted is to partially inflate the tire (about 2psi ?) and check to make sure the bead is properly seated by...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-18, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

In case you're interested the technique is to...

In case you're interested the technique is to make sure the bead of the tire is resting in the centre of the bed of the rim. The reason for this is because the centre of the rim is almost always...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-08-18, 02:08 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/948x634/new_tire_72dbbcf1e80b9724c0ada7f1398f236ff7fad0d5.jpg
New front tyre which I was able to fit myself. Previously, I had to take the back...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-11-18, 11:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,985
Posted By TMassimo

not only that... choosing a bike based on the...

not only that... choosing a bike based on the width of the tires seems a bit strange to me.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-18, 03:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,239
Posted By TMassimo

I'm just under 5'10 and I got the L size for the...

I'm just under 5'10 and I got the L size for the same reason. I probably should have gone with the Medium. The reach is a bit too long and will have to change the stem to a shorter one if I can find...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-18, 02:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,239
Posted By TMassimo

mmm... given the description of the type of...

mmm... given the description of the type of riding you'll be doing and where you live (https://s31.postimg.org/pijasxr4b/maxresdefault.jpg), I think neither the Sirrus nor the FX2 is a good choice at...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-03-18, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

Fizik Antares - got a good deal on eBay ...

Fizik Antares - got a good deal on eBay

https://s31.postimg.org/vjx0w82jv/Fizik_Antares.jpg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

got some accessories... I should have got the...

got some accessories... I should have got the floor pump much sooner.

https://s17.postimg.org/v12gc94r3/accessories.png

https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Tacx-Shanti-Twist-500cc_110449.htm...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-26-18, 12:53 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

Wow, not even one puncture... nice! Pictures...

Wow, not even one puncture... nice! Pictures don't do it justice to the quality of this tyre. I paid £33 for it... but it's definitely worth it. I'm going to change the front tire too as soon as the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-23-18, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,302
Posted By TMassimo

CUBE ...

CUBE

https://www.cube.eu/uk/2018/bikes/road/road-cyclocross/sl-road/cube-sl-road-sl-greynorange-2018/
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-23-18, 02:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,302
Posted By TMassimo

They do indeed :popcorn ...

They do indeed :popcorn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBn22Yco814

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vAenjgRoOw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqFxMAVfSD0
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-23-18, 07:16 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

New rear tyre 32mm. I haven't tested yet, but I...

New rear tyre 32mm. I haven't tested yet, but I can see is gonna be an upgrade from the previous one.

https://s17.postimg.org/3xlwakcv3/G4_S.jpg
https://s17.postimg.org/q9jp3yjov/G4_S.jpg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-20-18, 07:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,302
Posted By TMassimo

Canyon...

Canyon (https://www.canyon.com/en-gb/fitness/roadlite/)?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-28-18, 12:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,266
Posted By TMassimo

mmm... interesting. So did you have the bike fit...

mmm... interesting. So did you have the bike fit after you handed the bike to your son or the fit didn't work with the Sirrus? It could be a fitness issue, but sometimes I feel this bike maybe not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-20-18, 01:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,266
Posted By TMassimo

I have a 2016 Sirrus Expert which has the same...

I have a 2016 Sirrus Expert which has the same frame as the Sport (I think).
The choice of wheelsets seems huge, but most of the road wheelsets will not fit on this frame - as I found out - unless...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-02-18, 03:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,356
Posted By TMassimo

That's it I'm getting the Grand Prix 4 Season. I...

That's it I'm getting the Grand Prix 4 Season. I know I want to. Otherwise, the choice will kill me. Thank you!:beer:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-02-18, 03:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,356
Posted By TMassimo

Thanks badger1 for the suggestion; I wasn't sure...

Thanks badger1 for the suggestion; I wasn't sure whether to go with touring or road tyres. These seem an excellent choice for the type of terrain I ride and replacement to the Mavic Yksion. The low...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-02-18, 09:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,356
Posted By TMassimo

Looking For New Tyres

I got a set of Mavic Ksyrium Elite All-Road (https://www.evanscycles.com/mavic-ksyrium-elite-all-road-6-bolt-700c-road-clincher-wts-wheelset-2017-EV287157) wheels. They came with these tyres...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-17, 04:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,517
Posted By TMassimo

Is this the shop? ...

Is this the shop?

https://s26.postimg.org/o4xi2m0s9/Capture.png

» Contacts (http://trekstorealicante.es/contact-us)

There must be something wrong with your internet connection because I even...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-15-17, 07:46 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,721
Posted By TMassimo

I've been pondering about upgrading the crankset...

I've been pondering about upgrading the crankset and cassette too. I'm not sure whether to go for the Zayante or Ultegra. I'm a bit worry that if I start mixing and matching components I end up...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-15-17, 07:27 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 750,315
Posted By TMassimo

It's either faulty or the LBS doesn't know how to...

It's either faulty or the LBS doesn't know how to set up gears properly, which wouldn't surprise me. The bike should neither need repair or the chain should make contact with the derailleur at all....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-17, 03:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,960
Posted By TMassimo

may be sooner...;) ...

may be sooner...;)

http://winallos.com/uploads/posts/2014-12/1417395308_osen-bosikom-grust-velosiped.jpg
(source...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-17, 10:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,960
Posted By TMassimo

https://s26.postimg.org/qh5tf0gs9/Windows-10-wallp...

https://s26.postimg.org/qh5tf0gs9/Windows-10-wallpapers-in-4_K.jpg

Source: Windows 10 spotlight images
https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=Mountain+Wallpaper+Windows+10&FORM=RESTAB...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-17, 11:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,149
Posted By TMassimo

I might be missing the point here, but would it...

I might be missing the point here, but would it be fair to assume that a bike with a 50T will travel ~1.4 miles faster than the same bike with a 48T? I'm not interested in speed - if there existed a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-17, 01:43 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 392,393
Posted By TMassimo

Went for a full Retul bike fit and changed the...

Went for a full Retul bike fit and changed the stem.

It feels like a different bike now, very weird. I'm not sure I can get used to this new position. I don't like it. I'm probably going to swap...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-17, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,719
Posted By TMassimo

Egypt ...

Egypt

https://s26.postimg.org/y1enqebcp/IMG_20170906_130835.jpg
https://s26.postimg.org/cg9l2sem1/IMG_20170906_131340.jpg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-17, 01:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,149
Posted By TMassimo

I ride on the 48T 95% of the time and only used...

I ride on the 48T 95% of the time and only used briefly 48-11 a couple of times.

Very interesting article. I thought the difference with these cranksets size would be more significant. On paper...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-17, 10:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,149
Posted By TMassimo

48:12 = 4:1...........53:13 = 4:1 48:13 =...

48:12 = 4:1...........53:13 = 4:1
48:13 = 3.7:1........53:14 = 3.9:1
48:14 = 3.4:1........53:15 = 3.5:1
48:15 = 3.2:1........53:16 = 3.3:1
48:16 = 3:1...........53:17 = 3.1:1
48:17 =...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-17, 01:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,844
Posted By TMassimo

Here's another that looks interesting... ...

Here's another that looks interesting...
https://orlando.craigslist.org/bik/d/fuji-absolute-17-hybrid-flat/6232148312.html

personally, I'd probably go with the black 2017 Trek FX 2. if it fits,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-17, 12:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,149
Posted By TMassimo

that's one combination. Would it be like for...

that's one combination. Would it be like for others as well? Like:

48:13 like 52:14
48:14 like 52:15
48:15 like 52:16
48:16 like 52:17
and so on...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-17, 12:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,149
Posted By TMassimo

Good info. Much appreciated I get that you...

Good info. Much appreciated

I get that you can achieve the same ratio with different gear combinations switching between larger and smaller chainrings, but how is that gonna work between a 48T and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-17, 05:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,149
Posted By TMassimo

Changing From 48T To 50T

The Sirrus comes equipped with a 48/32T crankset. I checked hundreds of bikes spec. in the same category and price range and they all come with a 50/34T crankset. In fact, even most road bikes seem...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-17, 04:20 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,928
Posted By TMassimo

so it's ok to apply lube even if the chain is not...

so it's ok to apply lube even if the chain is not totally dry?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-17, 03:01 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,928
Posted By TMassimo

I just ordered this PT Master Link Pliers...

I just ordered this PT Master Link Pliers (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/park-tool-master-link-pliers-mlp1-2/rp-prod109888) so I can remove the chain after washing it, give it a good spin and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-03-17, 02:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,928
Posted By TMassimo

Speed degreaser can be useful in some...

Speed degreaser can be useful in some circumstances but I find the Park Tool CM5.2 machine very, very useful and effective.

omg, I need to get that "Chain Luber". I waste so much lube. Thanks for...
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