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Forum: Introductions
01-05-11, 12:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 216
Posted By z415

Welcome to BikeForums.

Welcome to BikeForums.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-05-11, 12:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 931
Posted By z415

I would suggest using a paint that specifically...

I would suggest using a paint that specifically indicates it inhibits rust.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-10, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,589
Posted By z415

Is the free hub body loose on the wheel hub or...

Is the free hub body loose on the wheel hub or the cassette loose on the free hub body? Both need to be tightened.

I have been away from here for a while so I am no longer familiar with users...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,059
Posted By z415

PB Blaster?

PB Blaster?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-10, 08:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 516
Posted By z415

A link to the bike in question would suffice,...

A link to the bike in question would suffice, assuming the company does a halfway decent job of describing their product.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-10, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 557
Posted By z415

Riding it would be one way.

Riding it would be one way.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-10, 08:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 999
Posted By z415

Try buffing it out. If there isn't a difference,...

Try buffing it out. If there isn't a difference, more likely to be a crack than housing rub.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-07-10, 08:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 520
Posted By z415

You might need to adjust the limits. Also, are...

You might need to adjust the limits. Also, are the number of teeth in the rear cogs similar or significantly different?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-03-10, 10:37 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,804
Posted By z415

Awesome, I can C&P my reasons for reporting.

Awesome, I can C&P my reasons for reporting.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-09, 01:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,171
Posted By z415

Might want to post a pic of the area in question.

Might want to post a pic of the area in question.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-09, 01:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 511
Posted By z415

3) It is also probably English. 1) If square...

3) It is also probably English.

1) If square you need the taper standard (ISO or JIS). Probably JIS - ISO is mostly Campagnolo stuff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 04:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,885
Posted By z415

Most definitely use anti-seize.

Most definitely use anti-seize.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 09:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 9,333
Posted By z415

Pointing them in hurts my wrists after long...

Pointing them in hurts my wrists after long stints on the hoods - to each his own.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 09:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,555
Posted By z415

I would just use a lube that can be used on...

I would just use a lube that can be used on cables and put a few drops at housing entrances. Like Rock n Roll Cable Magic (http://www.bicycling.com/article/0,6610,s1-5-25-16631-1,00.html).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 09:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,599
Posted By z415

Kool Stop branded pads are generally regarded as...

Kool Stop branded pads are generally regarded as very good.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-25-09, 09:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,885
Posted By z415

Here.

Here.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-09, 02:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,785
Posted By z415

^^+1. They usually are amiable to give you...

^^+1. They usually are amiable to give you boxes. They just break them down and toss them anyways - which might make the dumpster diving boxes a bit more work since you may have to tape them up.
Forum: Commuting
12-23-09, 12:20 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 5,041
Posted By z415

"NEVER!" But then, I am in...

"NEVER!"

But then, I am in Florida...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-09, 09:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,994
Posted By z415

I use some forceps. Not really knowledgeable...

I use some forceps. Not really knowledgeable about forcep names, but it's those ones curved at the tip so I slide it in and open it up so there are more pressure points to minimize any distortion to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-09, 09:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,099
Posted By z415

Well since you mentioned racing, I would go with...

Well since you mentioned racing, I would go with the Looks (experience). If you weren't racing, ever, just for fun, I would have said some dual sided mtb/SPD styled pedals. As far as surface area,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-22-09, 08:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 541
Posted By z415

Any fit calculations from an online calculator...

Any fit calculations from an online calculator will just be a guideline hence the numbers being all over the place. Quantitatively you can average all the numbers of do all sorts of mathematical...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-09, 09:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,916
Posted By z415

Not bad with the tape job.

Not bad with the tape job.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-21-09, 09:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,022
Posted By z415

There were a few years that the T1 came with ergo...

There were a few years that the T1 came with ergo road drop bars, at least according to the one in the store and the pic on the website....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-09, 07:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,835
Posted By z415

I agree with what operator said. Sometimes the...

I agree with what operator said. Sometimes the lockring is relatively soft compared to the tools so I wouldn't suggest banging away at it with a hammer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-09, 02:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,604
Posted By z415

Almost all of the above websites will have...

Almost all of the above websites will have everything you need, including tools, to build a bike, assuming you care less about what parts you want and saving some money with comparison shopping.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-16-09, 11:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,075
Posted By z415

Did the wheel not fit or the tire not fit past...

Did the wheel not fit or the tire not fit past the brake pads? The latter is a common problem for less experienced cyclists.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-16-09, 11:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 550
Posted By z415

The big block of words is a bit hard to read, but...

The big block of words is a bit hard to read, but the only question I could get in there was would you need to change the cable. No, you don't need to because of size difference or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-09, 12:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 449
Posted By z415

More info would be helpful, but sounds like the...

More info would be helpful, but sounds like the bump knocks the RD in between gears. Is it grinding? Try reinstalling/readjusting the whole system from scratch.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-09, 02:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,742
Posted By z415

Not if OP is uncomfortable in the drops and that...

Not if OP is uncomfortable in the drops and that takes practice.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-09, 12:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,805
Posted By z415

At least they have helmets on.

At least they have helmets on.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-09, 12:15 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,227
Posted By z415

Why aren't more of these innovations incorporated...

Why aren't more of these innovations incorporated in "regular" bikes, say, road bikes where speed is wanted.

Do you think a power sprinter from a ProTour team using that equipment could do better?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-09, 12:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,703
Posted By z415

Stretch, spin a lot more and then wiggle my butt...

Stretch, spin a lot more and then wiggle my butt around until I am in a good leveraging position to maximize the use of my non-cramping muscles. A niv downhill stretch and IU try to rub it out, but...
Forum: Touring
09-22-09, 12:08 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 37,699
Posted By z415

Back when I was shopping around for forks,...

Back when I was shopping around for forks, generally (not always) curved forks led to longer wheelbases, so I would say it is not 100% independent, though that could just be predominant in my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-21-09, 11:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 20,103
Posted By z415

You can go in straight lines with a track bike...

You can go in straight lines with a track bike too.....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-09, 11:55 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,322
Posted By z415

Seems to me you should pick the bone with the...

Seems to me you should pick the bone with the OP's lawyer.
Forum: Touring
09-21-09, 11:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 37,699
Posted By z415

Wheelbase considerations. IIRC, a longer...

Wheelbase considerations. IIRC, a longer wheelbase, generally from a curved fork, means a more stable ride. To be frank, I am very tired and I cannot remember the pros and cons of each. I know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-09, 11:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,736
Posted By z415

Boiled Linseed Oil? Probably won't stay on.

Boiled Linseed Oil? Probably won't stay on.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-09, 11:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,003
Posted By z415

What Danno said. I've seen two live destructions...

What Danno said. I've seen two live destructions of cranks before and both were someone riding into a parked bikes crank, one on a scooter. I've always though that the two parts on my bikes that...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-09, 12:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,873
Posted By z415

I like to keep my momentum and am limited by my...

I like to keep my momentum and am limited by my gears (1x9 setup) so I tend to hammer down the descent, spin, carry that speed up the first half, out of saddle for the second bit and on and on and on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-09, 12:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,001
Posted By z415

See that on Busted Carbon or Bike Snob NYC? ...

See that on Busted Carbon or Bike Snob NYC?

Think the parts that are chopped off are worth about $350 by weight.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-09, 12:05 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,572
Posted By z415

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-09, 12:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 580
Posted By z415

New housing as well if what you say about the...

New housing as well if what you say about the cables are correct.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-09, 11:59 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 7,680
Posted By z415

You are new to fixed gears and you are riding...

You are new to fixed gears and you are riding that?!?!?!

Have fun.
Forum: Commuting
09-19-09, 11:54 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 7,198
Posted By z415

Serial # from my lock for my P.E. locker in...

Serial # from my lock for my P.E. locker in middle school.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-09, 11:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,897
Posted By z415

First glance I would say motorcycle dude wasn't...

First glance I would say motorcycle dude wasn't wearing a helmet and smacked his head somewhere hard trying to avoid cyclist or after losing control post-collision. Sad to hear.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-09, 11:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,404
Posted By z415

Years ago I would have played chicken and held my...

Years ago I would have played chicken and held my ground. I commute on my hardtail mtb with slicks and my XC riding background has taught me plenty in staying up after crashing into trees and such...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-09, 11:19 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 5,572
Posted By z415

LoJack

LoJack
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-19-09, 10:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,330
Posted By z415

They failed him on the shield, er, the lack of...

They failed him on the shield, er, the lack of one. That would have led to an an awesome victory pose. I would love to see him ride the last stage with that sword on his back. Makes out of saddle...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-19-09, 09:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,330
Posted By z415

So I'll tag along instead of starting a new one,...

So I'll tag along instead of starting a new one, doesn't seem to many interested in La Vuelta anyways.

Stage 20 Toledo TT. Was that giant sword prize a real sword? The winner (didn't want to...
Forum: Commuting
09-09-09, 09:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,799
Posted By z415

So the pedal spindle and thread was entirely...

So the pedal spindle and thread was entirely intact? That seems a little odd.
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