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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

07-09-21, 11:43 AM

Replies: 13

I can't extract sealed bearings out of hub

Views: 1,900

Posted By patricio.montes

No idea. I can't see any reference. ...

No idea. I can't see any reference.

6902 bearings.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-18-21, 04:16 PM

Replies: 0

Pressfit BB92 models

Views: 662

Posted By patricio.montes

Pressfit BB92 models

Hi.

My BB is 89.5 and (probably, no extraction yet) 41mm. Hollowtech II, 24mm crank axle. 11 speed, XT 26/36 crankset, 170 cranks length.

I have found some models to replace it:

*...

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

11-13-19, 02:45 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

Thanks. I just pretend to do without a smart...

Thanks. I just pretend to do without a smart phone. I believe it does not exist the mini tracking device I'm looking for, I just gave up.

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-17-19, 11:06 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

You are right, but after some research, I have...

You are right, but after some research, I have realized that it is more reasonable to degrade my list of requirements: start / stop, time, distance and, desirable but not mandatory, some way to load...

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-17-19, 06:49 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

I'm curious as well, description says nothing...

I'm curious as well, description says nothing about it. Either way I don't require that feature.

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-17-19, 01:22 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

I'm currently using a smartphone and will still...

I'm currently using a smartphone and will still use for exploration routes and demanding marathons. But most of the times I'm riding on very well known and nearby paths and trails and all I need is...

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-17-19, 12:49 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

I don't ever wear a watch, I'm a "free wrist"....

I don't ever wear a watch, I'm a "free wrist". The best place for my simple GPS will be de saddle bag, or the jersey bag.

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-16-19, 02:23 PM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

I could buy now the Bryton 10 for $45 +/- . A...

I could buy now the Bryton 10 for $45 +/- . A cheap GPS should go no further than $30, like the ones found in aliexpress. Most probably the one commented will be the chosen. I need no more than just...

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-16-19, 09:01 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

Out of budget, I'm looking for some simple and...

Out of budget, I'm looking for some simple and cheap device.

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-16-19, 08:59 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

Right, ANT+ sensors are expensive and require...

Right, ANT+ sensors are expensive and require some smart device, what I'm trying to avoid. Anyway there are cheap ones:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32856388932.html
...

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-16-19, 07:25 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

Please read the postscript in my first post. ...

Please read the postscript in my first post.

Right, just time and distance, like a simple cyclometer, but wireless and magnetless.

I don't like magnets and wires, it is a question of...

Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

09-16-19, 05:43 AM

Replies: 27

Small and simple GPS tracker

Views: 4,785

Posted By patricio.montes

Small and simple GPS tracker

I'm looking for a small, simple GPS tracker. Just need start / stop button for time and distance recording. No other functionality required.

Bryton 10 is the smallest and cheaper I have found, but...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

02-07-19, 03:31 PM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Not here, almost spring time today, 21ºC.

Not here, almost spring time today, 21ºC.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

02-07-19, 11:44 AM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Fair to say: most probably my mistake. I believe...

Fair to say: most probably my mistake. I believe I have forced too much the bearings when pressing, or hit them lacking enough care, damaging them. The wheel feels good once assembled, but at...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

02-07-19, 02:31 AM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Radial deep groove, this one:...

Radial deep groove, this one: https://www.bikeshop.es/rodamiento-enduro-bearings-abec3-6902-2rs-llb-15-x-28-x-7-mm/150950.html

Translated:...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

02-07-19, 02:14 AM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Buying to China is like playing the casino: you...

Buying to China is like playing the casino: you can win more than lose if you are a good player; at least that is my approach. If it turns out that the bearing works well your investment turns to be...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

02-06-19, 04:23 PM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

I have reinstalled the old bearings, they are in...

I have reinstalled the old bearings, they are in good conditions. All other Enduro bearings are already assembled into the wheels, they seem to be ok. I will return to the shop the bearings for the...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

02-06-19, 05:49 AM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Enduro bearings seized after assembled into hub....

Enduro bearings seized after assembled into hub. They rolled smoothly before and after being inserted (using a press, no hit, no tap), but I had to force a little bit to insert the axle, after that...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-30-19, 01:10 PM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

There is no rust, the photo is just bad quality...

There is no rust, the photo is just bad quality (poor light conditions). The bearing is seized, the grease is lacking and "burned". But you are right, the bearing is not "bad", but badly assembled. I...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-29-19, 12:12 PM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Thank you everyone, specially for detailed...

Thank you everyone, specially for detailed information and advice, I have learned a lot.

I was not concerned about bearings and initially planed to buy cheaper ones, but your comments have...

Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance

01-29-19, 06:40 AM

Replies: 2

Change avatar

Views: 706

Posted By patricio.montes

Now I see, left bar, thank you!

Now I see, left bar, thank you!

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-28-19, 05:35 AM

Replies: 0

Servicing a Fox fork with alternative tools

Views: 1,358

Posted By patricio.montes

Servicing a Fox fork with alternative tools

Do you use other than official tools for servicing your Fox fork? I mean drive and extractor tool for seals, and lower leg removal. My Fox is 2017, Fox 32 Float SC Performance.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-28-19, 05:03 AM

Replies: 25

Bearings compatibility

Views: 17,523

Posted By patricio.montes

Bearings compatibility

Hello.

Time to change the bearings in hub and wheels but I can't find the same brand with the same measures (6902, 6903). In order to replace the bearings, is it just enough to choose the right...

Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance

01-28-19, 04:46 AM

Replies: 2

Change avatar

Views: 706

Posted By patricio.montes

Change avatar

Hi. Is there any chance to change my avatar picture? Thanks.

Forum: Introductions

01-26-19, 04:51 AM

Replies: 11

Hi

Views: 1,139

Posted By patricio.montes

Off-road, of course, I always avoid riding on...

Off-road, of course, I always avoid riding on roads. This is a great area for cycling off-road: infinite dirt paths, trails, mountains, ramblas... Very dry climate but in spite of it I can see and...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-24-19, 03:52 PM

Replies: 13

I can't extract sealed bearings out of hub

Views: 1,900

Posted By patricio.montes

I have finally been able to upload the pictures,...

I have finally been able to upload the pictures, as promised. Thanks again.

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

01-24-19, 03:45 PM

Replies: 101

How often do you buy new water bottles?

Views: 15,632

Posted By patricio.montes

It depends on the type of riding. In my case:...

It depends on the type of riding. In my case: sport and adventure outside in the mountains and the desert, an hydration backpack is quite useful, not only for carrying water. Dominus tecum.

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

01-24-19, 03:41 PM

Replies: 101

How often do you buy new water bottles?

Views: 15,632

Posted By patricio.montes

I have a 3l bag. We have here dry and warm...

I have a 3l bag. We have here dry and warm climate. In summer time, doing marathons with no water provisioning points, besides the 3l bag I also carry a 1l bottle... and it's not enough. For this...

Forum: Winter Cycling

01-23-19, 04:11 PM

Replies: 140

You're crazy for riding in these temperatures!

Views: 11,935

Posted By patricio.montes

I love winter and cold, specially riding at night...

I love winter and cold, specially riding at night time, but because of my asthma I find myself forced to stop riding for one or two months. Very sad. I is like if you love eating strawberrys but you...

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

01-23-19, 04:01 PM

Replies: 17

Can bicycling abrade the corneas?

Views: 3,307

Posted By patricio.montes

Whether you have health problems in your eyes or...

Whether you have health problems in your eyes or not, wearing glasses while riding is a must. Always.

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

01-23-19, 03:45 PM

Replies: 101

How often do you buy new water bottles?

Views: 15,632

Posted By patricio.montes

I use Camelbak for years, bottles only for short...

I use Camelbak for years, bottles only for short rides. You can reuse the old ones, for instance as tools bottle.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-23-19, 03:38 PM

Replies: 13

I can't extract sealed bearings out of hub

Views: 1,900

Posted By patricio.montes

Thanks everyone. Fortunately it is solved by...

Thanks everyone. Fortunately it is solved by nudging the spacer to one side, then punching the outer bearing. The inner bearing was held by a circlip. As soon as the system permits it, I will upload...

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

01-22-19, 07:05 AM

Replies: 25

Slime vs patch

Views: 8,717

Posted By patricio.montes

Strip

I'm quite happy with anti-puntuce strips, in my case it is bette than tubeless and slime tubes.

Forum: Europe

01-22-19, 06:57 AM

Replies: 7

Cycling in Granada?

Views: 1,559

Posted By patricio.montes

Veleta

Don't forget to climb to Veleta mountain.

Forum: Charity Events

01-22-19, 06:53 AM

Replies: 4

Join Team Alzheimer's

Views: 3,451

Posted By patricio.montes

Best of luck

We also have this problem at home. Best of luck.

Forum: Introductions

01-22-19, 06:50 AM

Replies: 11

Hi

Views: 1,139

Posted By patricio.montes

Hi

Just arrived, from Spain, my name is Patricio, my bike is a Giant XTC Adv. 29er 1.5 LTD 2017. Have a nice ride.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-22-19, 06:33 AM

Replies: 13

I can't extract sealed bearings out of hub

Views: 1,900

Posted By patricio.montes

I can't extract sealed bearings out of hub

Hi.

I am servicing the rear hub of my Giant XTC Advanced 29” 1.5 2017. According to Giant, the hub is manufactured by Formula. I have not found any service manual and neither Giant nor Formula...

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