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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-13, 11:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,639
Posted By ryker

^ probably. Where are the spokes breaking?

^ probably. Where are the spokes breaking?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-13, 09:04 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,822
Posted By ryker

I have found the throw on Shimano 9s shifters to...

I have found the throw on Shimano 9s shifters to be tough for people with really small hands. My wife complained about grinding on shifts and it was because she has difficulty pushing the levers far...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-13, 03:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,521
Posted By ryker

If it looks new, don't do much. Inspect the...

If it looks new, don't do much. Inspect the wheels visually. Check the trueness of the wheel. If you have a spoke tensiometer, use that to check tension. Otherwise do a casual check to make sure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-13, 07:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,126
Posted By ryker

Agree with a lot of the advice above: use the...

Agree with a lot of the advice above: use the Stan's yellow tape or the Velocity equivalent, which are lower profile than Velox. Veloplugs are probably not the best idea for the new tubeless-ready...
Forum: Western Canada
06-06-13, 08:21 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 19,548
Posted By ryker

As a counterpoint to the last post I'll say I've...

As a counterpoint to the last post I'll say I've received a tremendous amount of good service from Calgary bike shops. Bow Cycle, Calgary Cycle, Campione, Ridley's and Vita Sport are in my area and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-13, 10:49 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 7,428
Posted By ryker

???

???
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-13, 01:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,280
Posted By ryker

Sure but you would need a chain tensioner in this...

Sure but you would need a chain tensioner in this case. An old derailleur would do the job too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-13, 08:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,498
Posted By ryker

Since you will need new spokes, why not get a new...

Since you will need new spokes, why not get a new rim and have an extra wheel? You will be happy to have it when you put your PowerTap in for service. If cost is the concern, you can get a 24h...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-13, 10:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,081
Posted By ryker

A hair blow dryer works fine in lieu of a heat...

A hair blow dryer works fine in lieu of a heat gun. Actually I probably prefer the dryer. If there is any adhesive residue it comes off easily with Goo Gone or similar (use a little heat in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-13, 12:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,151
Posted By ryker

Hopefully, saturnhr, you have the information you...

Hopefully, saturnhr, you have the information you need. You got a bunch of decent theory, some confused theory, some actual research, some bad advice coupled with a CYA disclaimer, and some info...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-13, 11:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,151
Posted By ryker

If you look at Mavic's techdocs for this rim...

If you look at Mavic's techdocs for this rim (www.tech-mavic.com), they say 70-90 for both sides of a front wheel or the drive side of a rear wheel. Pretty much everyone will tell you that you can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-13, 07:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 605
Posted By ryker

And the reverse is true too: start loosening with...

And the reverse is true too: start loosening with normal end and only switch to the ball end once the fastener turns freely.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-13, 09:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,655
Posted By ryker

New spokes. No doubt about it.

New spokes. No doubt about it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-13, 11:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,555
Posted By ryker

Except the 7901 has a distinct inside and outside...

Except the 7901 has a distinct inside and outside so, according to your theory, it does matter which seal you remove.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-12, 02:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,800
Posted By ryker

VAR, Felco, Cyclus, EVT, Shimano (if you swing...

VAR, Felco, Cyclus, EVT, Shimano (if you swing that way). In general I go with Park with exceptions on a case-by-case basis such as Felco cutters. IMO Park provides industry leading customer service.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-06-12, 09:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,031
Posted By ryker

Here are a few links. No experience with any of...

Here are a few links. No experience with any of these, I'm sorry to say.

Calgary... http://www.runout-industries.com/
Calgary... http://www.sandsmachine.com/bp_star.htm
Tofield... ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-12, 01:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,378
Posted By ryker

Did you support the fork by its dropouts when...

Did you support the fork by its dropouts when pressing on the new crown race? In any case when you remove the crown race - and you should if you care enough to post this on the internet - take...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-12, 09:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,223
Posted By ryker

Some ideas from across the hall: ...

Some ideas from across the hall:

http://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum/f2/disc-specific-road-rims-27801.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-12, 06:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,403
Posted By ryker

http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html#ETRTO

http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html#ETRTO
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-12, 05:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 996
Posted By ryker

You can order them online. JensonUSA.com is one...

You can order them online. JensonUSA.com is one place I know of (not a recommendation).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-12, 09:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 460
Posted By ryker

Already (well) done at...

Already (well) done at http://www.kstoerz.com/spoketension/
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-12, 11:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,514
Posted By ryker

Yeah I agree that the tension is too much -...

Yeah I agree that the tension is too much - pretty much motivated my post. The wheel has only been ridden up and down the block to test the theory that spoke tension silences the wheel but I'm not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-12, 09:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,514
Posted By ryker

Noisy rear wheel, new wheelbuild

I've built about a dozen wheels and all have gone well with no follow-up maintenance needed.

I built a new wheelset for my Surly Disc Trucker and am having a problem with noise from the rear wheel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-12, 09:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 13,225
Posted By ryker

I think the 56cm LHT comes with 175mm cranks. It...

I think the 56cm LHT comes with 175mm cranks. It should be printed on the back of the crank arms. If you choose replacement cranks of the same length, your fit should be unaltered (but your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-12, 02:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By ryker

Sorry - should have said in my original reply. ...

Sorry - should have said in my original reply. Shifts flawlessly. FWIW I used a granny ring from Sugino. My ring is asymmetric so the gap between chainrings is only correct if it installed in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-12, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By ryker

I can't answer your specific question but I can...

I can't answer your specific question but I can say that I am running that FD with 50/39/28 chainrings. I pair that with an 11-34 cassette for loaded touring (e.g. pulling a trailer with camp gear,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-12, 09:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,656
Posted By ryker

^ I think the Forward Components EBB is out of...

^ I think the Forward Components EBB is out of production. There is the Trickstuff Exzentriker (http://www.trickstuff.de/shop/index.php?cat=c58_Exzentriker.html), however.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-12, 07:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,469
Posted By ryker

http://www.loosescrews.com/

http://www.loosescrews.com/
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-21-12, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 489
Posted By ryker

It's a small amount of torque. If you can see...

It's a small amount of torque. If you can see veins in your hands, you're tightening too much.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-21-12, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,080
Posted By ryker

Good thing you have Mike Sinyard's blessing. ...

Good thing you have Mike Sinyard's blessing. (I'd get it in writing.)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-12, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,216
Posted By ryker

Will work fine.

Will work fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-12, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,403
Posted By ryker

A better idea if you need STI shifting.

A better idea if you need STI shifting.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-12, 11:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,403
Posted By ryker

Using a road FD with a mountain crankset may be...

Using a road FD with a mountain crankset may be problematic. You may have to try a few different front derailleurs to find one that has enough range to avoid rubbing the chain in your top few gears...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-12, 02:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,928
Posted By ryker

If you're replacing your brakes (not clear from...

If you're replacing your brakes (not clear from the OP), have a look at the Tektro CR720 brakes. A nice upgrade IMO.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-04-12, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,493
Posted By ryker

One thing to check is whether you have a stiff...

One thing to check is whether you have a stiff chain link though this problem generally does not correlate with a noise exactly every wheel rotation. It's easy to inspect, however. Rotate your...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-03-12, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,302
Posted By ryker

Yeah those are all BSD 349mm rims. (Should have...

Yeah those are all BSD 349mm rims. (Should have said BSD instead of ERD in my original post).
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-03-12, 02:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,302
Posted By ryker

Source for 16" / ERD 305mm rim

Anybody have a source for a quality BSD 305mm (16") rim that I can order from North America or available through a distributor that I could access through my LBS? 28h or 32h drilling acceptable.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-12, 02:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,181
Posted By ryker

At the Dura-Ace level they don't seem hard to...

At the Dura-Ace level they don't seem hard to find. You can even get them through Sears...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-11, 03:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,052
Posted By ryker

In general you are correct. In the case at issue...

In general you are correct. In the case at issue here, the chainline of the FD is narrower than the chainline of the crankset so in the big chainring/small cog combination (top gear) there was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-11, 02:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,052
Posted By ryker

Glad to hear you're on a better path. The cable...

Glad to hear you're on a better path. The cable routing flexibility on the Shimano front derailleurs is very slick.

Some cranksets do offer chainline adjustment so they may not have the problem...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-11, 12:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 12,052
Posted By ryker

I have installed a Deore crankset (FC-M590) and...

I have installed a Deore crankset (FC-M590) and BB with a Tiagra FD (FD-4503) and the same shifters (SL-BS77 7700). Based on my experience with this combination, shifting will work fine but you will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-11, 09:14 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 19,268
Posted By ryker

a. Remove all the stickers. b. Live with it. ...

a. Remove all the stickers.
b. Live with it.
c. Re-build the problem wheel.
d. Throw the wheel through the shop window. Send a message.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-11, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,183
Posted By ryker

Because this calculator is broken. Delete it and...

Because this calculator is broken. Delete it and never look back.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-11, 04:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,047
Posted By ryker

+1. This is what I have done in the past.

+1. This is what I have done in the past.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-11, 09:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,650
Posted By ryker

Yes. You say your spokes are 14/15/14ga which is...

Yes. You say your spokes are 14/15/14ga which is 2.0/1.8/2.0mm. The 1.8mm section is applicable and that is where you measure tension with your meter. At your weight you want to do a good job of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-11, 10:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,650
Posted By ryker

The RDS seems okay. The RNDS needs to be tension...

The RDS seems okay. The RNDS needs to be tension balanced. The front wheel needs to be re-done altogether.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-11, 05:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,070
Posted By ryker

A chain tensioner is not suitable for fixed gear...

A chain tensioner is not suitable for fixed gear applications.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-11, 03:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By ryker

Probably goes w/o saying but you want to tap...

Probably goes w/o saying but you want to tap right in the middle of the DS crank in line with the axle as opposed to the crank spider.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-11, 02:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 473
Posted By ryker

A light tap with a rubber mallet is fine for the...

A light tap with a rubber mallet is fine for the drive side. The non-drive side arm should slide on without any help (if not, loosen the pinch bolts and try again checking alignment).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-11, 12:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 960
Posted By ryker

What FB said. The following resource from Park...

What FB said. The following resource from Park Tool may be useful in helping understand/visualize the solution:

http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/tcc-tension-conversion-calculator-for-tm-1
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