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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-09, 07:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks for the advice!

Thanks for the advice!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-26-09, 05:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 804
Posted By t-cycle

Wrap FSA K-Wing Bar

Could someone please tell me if one should wrap the flat portion of the K-Wing with bar tape?
Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-06, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 426
Posted By t-cycle

I believe that you may be able to rectify the...

I believe that you may be able to rectify the problem by simply turning the cable barrel adjuster counter clockwise one half to a full turn.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-06, 10:34 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 391
Posted By t-cycle

Trek 2200 Crank

Could anyone tell me what the crank size is for a Trek 2200 (triple)? I would love to swap the Bontrager crank with either a Dura Ace or at least Ultegra.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-06, 09:17 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,950
Posted By t-cycle

I am most grateful to everyone who took the time...

I am most grateful to everyone who took the time to comment. :) I am especially appreciative to all those who (repeatedly) found it necessary to “learn” me how to spell. :rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-06, 09:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,950
Posted By t-cycle

Bicycle Physics?

Can anyone please explain what it is about bike mechanics that has us seek lighter bicycles regardless of how much we may weigh? If we weigh over, say 200lbs, we still pursue the lightest bicycle we...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-06, 10:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 584
Posted By t-cycle

I ordered two sets of Kool-Stop (Salmon) Brake...

I ordered two sets of Kool-Stop (Salmon) Brake Pads. I also made some finer adjustments to the cable tension and the cantilevers themselves. Braking power is significantly better, (but I still like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-06, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 584
Posted By t-cycle

Cantilever to Road Caliper

Is it possible to convert cantilever brakes on a Giant aluminum frame bike to road calipers? (I hate the stopping power with cantilever brakes.) The front fork already has a hole that would...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-06, 04:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 781
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks everyone. I appreciate all the...

Thanks everyone. I appreciate all the information shared about the Gators and the Armadillos. Does anyone have experience with the Schwalbe Marathon Plus?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-06, 12:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 781
Posted By t-cycle

Marathon Plus, Ultra GatorSkins, Armadillos

Schwalbe Marathon Plus, Continental Ultra GatorSkins, Specialized Armadillos. I’m looking for the greatest puncture resistant tire (700x 28) with the least compromise in ride. I would greatly...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-03-06, 02:07 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 22,374
Posted By t-cycle

mongoose, I have had back problems going on 18...

mongoose,
I have had back problems going on 18 years. These problems include spinal stenosis, arthritis and multiple degenerative discs which have resulted in debilitating sciatic pain down my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-05, 04:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By t-cycle

Thank you one and all for your recommendations,...

Thank you one and all for your recommendations, especially about a "quick disconnecting link."
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-05, 12:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By t-cycle

Chain Replacement

I would like to replace the chain on my nine speed, triple chaining road bike. I would appreciate any recommendations as to an above par replacement.
Thanks.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-05, 03:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 732
Posted By t-cycle

I wish I could help Ricardo, but I can’t seem to...

I wish I could help Ricardo, but I can’t seem to resolve my own knee problem. While on this topic anyone know what might be contributing to knee pain in the tendon of the right leg just immediately...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-05, 10:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks MtbVA. Yes I already purchased them. As...

Thanks MtbVA. Yes I already purchased them. As you probably know, they were not cheap! I'm always on a quest to improve shifting performance, especially with the front derailleur. I am yet to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-05, 02:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks Raiyn!

Thanks Raiyn!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-20-05, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By t-cycle

Delta Aztec Powerline Shifter Cable

Is anyone familiar with the Delta Aztec Powerline Cable? I assume that the special flexible outer housing is used where outer housing would be used. The product also comes with a translucent...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-05, 01:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 522
Posted By t-cycle

Check out: ...

Check out:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=141812
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-05, 02:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,723
Posted By t-cycle

Johnny99, One additional thought. There is...

Johnny99,
One additional thought. There is probably nothing inherently wrong with the so called Dawes bike; probably good bang for the buck. But. . .it’s a no name bike. There is no real support...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-05, 09:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,723
Posted By t-cycle

johnny99, There is no connection between Dawes,...

johnny99, There is no connection between Dawes, the English company and Dawes Cycles USA, despite what the ebay seller "implies." Why is “Dawescyclesusa” web site under construction?.. It's...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-05, 01:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,723
Posted By t-cycle

The Dawes on ebay is no "Dawes." Contact Dawes in...

The Dawes on ebay is no "Dawes." Contact Dawes in England and they will disavow any connection whatsoever to the so called “Dawes” on Ebay.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-05, 02:19 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 64,065
Posted By t-cycle

Lennard Zinn in Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike...

Lennard Zinn in Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance recommends using alcohol. I have used alcohol a few times, especially with a syringe. (No, I'm not a "druggie" but work in health...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-23-05, 04:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 341
Posted By t-cycle

BERT's

I bought a pair of Titec 130's Bar Ends. The directions included with the bar ends recommends using BERT's, (Bar End Reinforcement Things). I cannot find these "things" anywhere; on-line or at the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-05, 09:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,751
Posted By t-cycle

I ordered a Sette F/X2 Carbon Riser Handlebar...

I ordered a Sette F/X2 Carbon Riser Handlebar from Price Point:. http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/13020-195_SETFC4-3-Parts-62-Handlebars/Bar-Ends/Sette-F_x2-Carbon-Riser-Handlebar.htm Thank you all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-05, 08:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,751
Posted By t-cycle

Flat Bar or Riser Bar?

I have a flat bar road (hybrid/comfort) bike. I would like to go from a 23 inch width handlebar to a 26 inch width. Would there be a problem using a riser bar on a non-mountain bike? Would a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-05, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,692
Posted By t-cycle

Shifting down is great. Shifting to the highest...

Shifting down is great. Shifting to the highest chaining takes a little pressure, as was with the 440. After all the adjustments, basically, the shifts are about the same with the Ultegra as was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-05, 01:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,692
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks for the reply phantomcow2. Faster shifts...

Thanks for the reply phantomcow2. Faster shifts is exactly what I mean! No matter how much "tinkering" I have done with adjustments, I have yet to have the performance of what I expect (at least...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-05, 09:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,692
Posted By t-cycle

Quest to Improve Shifting Performance

I upgraded my front derailleur from Shimano 440 to Shimano Ultegra looking to improve front derailleur performance. I did not really experience much of an improvement. Is it worth upgrading the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-05, 04:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 478
Posted By t-cycle

Thank you Sydney, HillRider and Moxfyre. I...

Thank you Sydney, HillRider and Moxfyre. I sincerely appreciate the responses. With all the attempts I have made to adjust the front derailleur, shifting still “stinks.” I found the Shimano 6503...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-05, 07:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 478
Posted By t-cycle

Front Derailleur Replacment

I would like to replace my front derailleur. The rear derailleur is a Shimano 105 nine speed. The current front derailleur is a triple chain Shimano without a model stamped on it. (I was told it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-05, 01:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 35,376
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks Torellian. Looks like Scheels All-Sports...

Thanks Torellian. Looks like Scheels All-Sports is only in the Midwest. I found a GT Avalanche 2.0 mountain bike with an Alivio rear derailleur on Ebay. (GT is now owned by the same company as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-05, 08:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 35,376
Posted By t-cycle

May I ask which local major sporting goods store...

May I ask which local major sporting goods store that was? Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-05, 08:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks Sydney.

Thanks Sydney.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-05, 04:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By t-cycle

Fork Question

I would like to replace the aluminum fork on my Dawes USA bike (not Dawes UK) with a carbon one. Carbon forks abound on ebay. How would I know what the size requirements are for my bike? Dawes USA...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-05, 02:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 525
Posted By t-cycle

Cable Concerns

Including the obvious, like cracked or broken cables, what are other signs for the need to replace a cable? Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-05, 02:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks for the response. I'm referring to...

Thanks for the response. I'm referring to Sheldon "Click" Brown's:

# Clamp Position
The most critical adjustment of a front derailer is its attachment to the bicycle frame. This must be set...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-05, 10:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks for all the response! Oops, I did not...

Thanks for all the response! Oops, I did not mean the derailleur is attached the fork, rather the mechanism (clamp) directly over (in-line) with the chain is attached to the fork. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-05, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By t-cycle

In our family’s fleet of bicycles is a Trek 360...

In our family’s fleet of bicycles is a Trek 360 (1980”s). I am having much trouble adjusting the front derailleur. It will only shift up from the smaller chaining to the larger, but not down. I...
Forum: Introductions
06-27-05, 10:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 355
Posted By t-cycle

Thanks "King." I too look forward to those...

Thanks "King." I too look forward to those discussions.
-t-
Forum: Introductions
06-27-05, 02:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 355
Posted By t-cycle

Greetings

I’m from South Central NJ. Not counting the bike riding from my youth, (late 1950’s-early 1960’s) I have only been riding a few weeks. (You can kind of figure out my age.) :) I first bought a...
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