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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 310
Posted By FordTrax

V-Brake Question - What are these rubber spacers for?

I picked up my grand daughters Specialized Expedition today. It seems to be in good shape - I don't think it was ridden much the rims have no brake wear and the crank and rear gears (I think this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,169
Posted By FordTrax

V-Brake Recommendation and Quesition

If I want to "up grade" the brakes on that Specialized Expedition (26" tires). What would be some very good replacement V brakes?

I could order new, used on the "bay", or go to the bike coop this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 461
Posted By FordTrax

That ATX with gumwalls ... looking good! Classic...

That ATX with gumwalls ... looking good! Classic good looks. I will look at the Naches Pass I never think of Rene Herse ... maybe because I am a roadie
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 461
Posted By FordTrax

Yeah ... I know

There is already what I consider a cool thing - there is a dashboard type of thing on the handlebars that I could not figure out at first - but last night looking at the pictures I realized it was a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 06:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 461
Posted By FordTrax

Thanks for the responses. I am picking up a 15"...

Thanks for the responses. I am picking up a 15" Specialized Expedition in what looks to be excellent condition. My grandaughter is 10 and in the 95 percentile for height, she is maxed out and then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 461
Posted By FordTrax

Trek Mountain Track - Tire Width Question for 1.5" Wide Rim

I am looking at at a very nice older Trek Mountain Track - older in the sense of old enough to be an American made frame. It is on 26" wheels which is helpful since it is for my 10 year old grand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By FordTrax

t2p, Thank you so much. Yes my 105 calipers...

t2p,

Thank you so much. Yes my 105 calipers have straight connections - they have the hoses attached. I am assuming the hoses are the BH90s since that is what came on them and from what I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By FordTrax

Pair Shimano 105 Disc Road Calipers with MTB Levers

My AC Space Horse frame is set up for flat mount road disc brakes. I have a Mokolo Handle bars (flat bars). I was going to mount Shimano 6100 Deore MTB brakes and levers. But would have used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 661
Posted By FordTrax

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 661
Posted By FordTrax

Well, after reading these posts, especially this...

Well, after reading these posts, especially this "Index depends on your rear derailleur. If you plan on running a new 10/11 speed 1.4 actuation ratio,..." I remembered that I threw a new Tiagra 4700...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 661
Posted By FordTrax

Downtube Shifters - Recommendation for 10 speed road

I am working on my Mr. Pink. I was going to put wing shifters on the handlebars but they just don't seem appropriate for this bike. I really seems that downtube shifters are appropriate. While I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 220
Posted By FordTrax

Thanks

I thought there might be a bit of conservative thinking in Shimano's number. IRide's post made me think ... while this is a new build so there is no history for me with this frame. But then I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 220
Posted By FordTrax

GRX Front Derailleur - Tire Limitation??

I was planning on putting the Shimano Shimano FD-RX400 front derailleur on my space horse. With the GRX 10 speed 46/30 crank and 11-36 rear. 650b Flintridge 45mm tires.
I just saw that there...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By FordTrax

It is a 1 1/8 steer tube. The rest of the...

It is a 1 1/8 steer tube. The rest of the headset when on without much effort.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 188
Posted By FordTrax

Bottom Bracket - Praxis M30 - Recommendation

I bought the wrong bottom bracket for my Praxis Crank set. It is not English threaded ... not sure how I did that but I guess I just clicked wrong somewhere.

So I need a English 68mm M30 for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By FordTrax

[QUOTE=Kontact;23160018]You know the solid crown...

[QUOTE=Kontact;23160018]You know the solid crown race is supposed to be hammered in place?

LOL ... yeah I was prepared with a nice 18" piece of 1 1/2 pipe. It appears like this crown race was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-24, 08:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By FordTrax

BBR60 Bottom Bracket 68mm and GRX Crank Question

I was working on my bike build today. The Space Horse frame has a 68mm English bottom bracket requirement. My Shimano Ultegra BBR60 68mm Bottom Bracket had no spacers in the box; and from research...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 589
Posted By FordTrax

I pulled the trigger on a set of 700c Dyads...

I pulled the trigger on a set of 700c Dyads already built up with 36 DB spokes and 105 hubs. I would have spent as much on buying the components as I did on the prebuilt set. I will have them hand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 589
Posted By FordTrax

Doug64 that is a great story; pretty good dent in...

Doug64 that is a great story; pretty good dent in the rim there.

The velocity website says 25-38mm tire width - so 28 - 30s seem a very safe bet. Should allow a good profile to develop.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 589
Posted By FordTrax

Velocity Dyad - Experience

I have posted a few questions to help me out with my AC Mr. Pink Build. I have accumulated most of the parts now and the build should be underway by the end of February. Which brings me to my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 138
Posted By FordTrax

Advice Please - Nipple Length Question

I purchased a pair of 650b Mavic XM824s 32 hole. I have Velo Orange Hubs coming 32 spoke. I ran the DT Swiss Spoke calculator and it (very surprisingly) calculated:

Front: 269.3 and 270.7
Rear:...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-21-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,808
Posted By FordTrax

Just to give everyone who posted an updated. I...

Just to give everyone who posted an updated. I ordered a Space Horse frame/fork in the Mint Green colorway. Should be in the bike shop in a few days. Since the shop I elected to get it from is some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 286
Posted By FordTrax

I normally buy a mid-level chain at a good price...

I normally buy a mid-level chain at a good price ... KMC, SRAM or sometime Shimano (but generally no quick link but will still buy and the right price.) Then pretty much just match the number of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 286
Posted By FordTrax

Chain Compatability Question

I made the mistake (LOL) of looking at the Shimano Compatibility Charts. Until today I did not know these existed. However, looking at them only made me more confused.

I have two 10 speed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 292
Posted By FordTrax

Headset - Recommendation

I ordered the AC Spacehorse Frameset in Mint Green. I am going to build it as a day use light gravel bike. Shimano GRX probably.

I need a good headset. I searched the forum thinking...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-09-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,808
Posted By FordTrax

Velo Orange Polyvalent vs All City Space Horse

I am a roadie, 60 years old, ride often probably 3K+ or more a year. I have a "few" road bikes that I have built. I would like to build a laid back gravel bike for some occasional use on fire...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 03:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 764
Posted By FordTrax

I was thinking the velo orange Grand Crewe...

I was thinking the velo orange Grand Crewe calipers which would work to 32mm. But the 105 calipers I have on my steel road bike are really good ... so the Ultegra should be just a tad nicer than...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 764
Posted By FordTrax

Shimano Ultegra - BR-R8000 Brake Caliper - Experiences/Opinion

I was looking at the Shimano Ultegra R8000 Rim brake calipers. Standard mount not direct mount. I believe they are 51mm reach - so I guess that makes them a mid-reach caliper.

I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By FordTrax

My experience has been that the tires don't...

My experience has been that the tires don't measure out to what they are specified to be ... perhaps because the internal wheel width that I have is different than what they were designed / measured...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-23, 07:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 758
Posted By FordTrax

700c 30mm Road Bike Tires - Recommendations

Any recommendations on 700c road bike tires that are actually 30mm when installed. Just for everyday cycling not racing - normally run gravel king file treads on my endurance but they are solid 32mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-23, 05:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 370
Posted By FordTrax

Mavic Open Pro 36 - Thanks

I appreciate all the input. I got them today for under $50 for the pair. They are a bit dirty and have a couple scuffs and a couple spots of that white corruption that aluminum seems to pick up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,381
Posted By FordTrax

The last two sets of wheels I had built used...

The last two sets of wheels I had built used 2.0/1.8 DB Spokes. I have read - that the DB are actually less likely to break. I have had good luck with the 2.0/1.8s. So that is what I would run...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-23, 07:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,381
Posted By FordTrax

Sorry for the confusion. It is just the rims...

Sorry for the confusion. It is just the rims still in the plastic wrap for $50. I would probably put them on some 105 QR hubs with db spokes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,381
Posted By FordTrax

Mavic Open Pro - 36 hole - Need Advice

I am building up a classic steel road frame it takes side pull calipers. It is pretty nice. I am #215 and a 13-15 mph average rider. I have a couple of road bikes. A local guy offered me and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 439
Posted By FordTrax

Recommend Road Caliper Brakes & Levers

I picked up a super nice 2016 Mr. Pink frameset. Like new. I have wanted one since 2016 and finally happened on one. Pretty excited about building it. I plan to build this up as a bit of an old...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 469
Posted By FordTrax

Shimano 105 (7020) Shifters - Issues

I picked up a set of 105 hydraulic brakes for my road bike. Plan to upgrade to hydraulics before spring. Now I need to pickup a set of 11 speed hydraulic Brifters. I was thinking of staying 105...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,835
Posted By FordTrax

GORTEX for Cycling? Suggestions for cycling jackets.

Is GORTEX and good material for a cycling jacket? Is it breathable enough for the average cyclist that is not really hammering down?

Suggestions for a cycling jackets?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-20, 08:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,857
Posted By FordTrax

Waterproof Shoe for Cycling

Okay, I am a pretty active road cyclist, probably 100+ miles a week. However, I do not clip in. I ride with partial toe clips and running shoes. I can maintain 13-14 mph and if I want to stop and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,477
Posted By FordTrax

Cycling TV & Tour De France - Options?

I enjoy watching the TDF and know it starts in a few days. I would also like to watch other cycle races.

What options are there for watching cycling on TV in the USA?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-20, 07:47 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,077
Posted By FordTrax

Always

Since my distance vision is still good - but I wear 2.5x readers for close work - I had pair of photochromatic Trivex lens put in ANSI frames with my reading prescription set very low. That way I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-20, 06:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,418
Posted By FordTrax

Thank you

I ordered a Soma Champ Elysees Rear Rack (tubular stainless steel) and my local bike shop is trying to get me some 14mm Tubus Rack Clamps that Cyccommuter recommended. I think that rack will be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-20, 09:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,418
Posted By FordTrax

Other Option = Tailfin

My other option would be a Tailfin Rack. Which is certainly not retro and it is not cheap but it mounts of special quick release skewers that have pegs on the ends for the rack to mount to and a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-20, 08:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,418
Posted By FordTrax

Huge Nuisance = That is what I was wondering if...

Huge Nuisance = That is what I was wondering if this was going to be the case.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-20, 07:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,418
Posted By FordTrax

Mounting A Rear Rack via QR Skewer - Advice

I built up a really nice steel road frame with no brazons for rack mounting. I have rear racks on all my other bikes and thought I could live without one on this really nice steel road frame. I tried...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-20, 04:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 835
Posted By FordTrax

TomTom, Thanks for the link to that spoke...

TomTom,

Thanks for the link to that spoke calculator. I ran the numbers and book marked it for future use.

Looks like: 288s for the front and 285/287s for the rear. 12mm ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-20, 07:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 835
Posted By FordTrax

I met to say 12mm nipples. So they would be 12mm...

I met to say 12mm nipples. So they would be 12mm nipples that are for 14 gauge spokes.

Russ: so you are recommending: 288 mm Front and 285 & 287 mm Rear?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-20, 09:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 835
Posted By FordTrax

Spoke Length - Please check my numbers

I have a pair of H Plus Archetype 700 rims and a set of Miche Primato Syntesi hubs. They are 36 hole and I plan to run 2.0/1.8/2.0 spokes. 3x Lacing. The Archetypes are suppose to be 595 per the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-20, 08:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 725
Posted By FordTrax

Opinions - DT Swiss TK7.1 vs H Plus Archetype

I have accumulated a bunch of parts for my new steel road bike build. It is a very nice frame with a Enve Carbon Fork. It is pretty light for a steel frame. I have a lovely Sugino Alpina ii Crank set...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 738
Posted By FordTrax

CC Drop4

I did not think CC made Inegrated headsets. But it looks like they do. I shot them an e-mail to see if that would work. They have a great selection of colors including silver. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-20, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 738
Posted By FordTrax

It is an Electric Blue Fairdale Goodship Frame. ...

It is an Electric Blue Fairdale Goodship Frame. Never built.

Looking at the Fairdale website they sell the built electric blue Goodship with a FSA Impact Pro Internal Headset. The specs on...
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