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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-07-18, 09:36 PM
Replies: 472
Views: 294,416
Posted By ajp

I don’t have any experience with a Brompton, but...

I don’t have any experience with a Brompton, but I did almost the identical crankset swap on my Black Mountain Cycles monstercross. I had a Stronglight Impact 46/34 on a Shimano BB-UN55 68x107mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-17, 08:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,001
Posted By ajp

Andrew, You misunderstand me, although...

Andrew,

You misunderstand me, although perhaps I should have been more precise in my wording. To clarify, "suddenly" means that at the next check (several times a year, perhaps every 500-1,000...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-17, 11:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,001
Posted By ajp

I agree with the other posters about how well...

I agree with the other posters about how well Shimano hubs are sealed. I ride in all conditions (of course in Southern California that may only be 15-20 rides with rain or wet roads per year). I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-17, 11:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,436
Posted By ajp

light mount

It's a Topeak Bar Extender, with a pair of Ixon Core lights from Busch and Muller.

The Topeak is pretty adjustable for placement, but it's only for lightweight accessories. I wouldn't mount even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-17, 10:37 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,436
Posted By ajp

Ack... Was editing my post to add photos and...

Ack... Was editing my post to add photos and accidentally deleted it. Retyping from memory...

I have had a Black Mountain Cycles monstercross (62 cm, grey) as my main bike for the last two years....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-16, 07:39 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,436
Posted By ajp

Yup. I've had a Black Mountain Cycles...

Yup. I've had a Black Mountain Cycles monstercross as my main bike for the last two years. I've put about 7,000 miles on it so far - it's a great all-rounder bike. I bought the frameset (a grey...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-29-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 472
Views: 294,416
Posted By ajp

shelbyfv: Yes, on this bike (Black Mountain...

shelbyfv:
Yes, on this bike (Black Mountain Cycles monstercross frame), I started with the CX70 front derailleur, so I didn't try it with a standard road FD.

However, I've also set up my old...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-28-16, 06:52 PM
Replies: 472
Views: 294,416
Posted By ajp

I have been running a Stronglight 110 mm BCD...

I have been running a Stronglight 110 mm BCD 46/34 crankset on my bike for the last two years, along with 9-speed Shimano Ultegra STI shifters and a customized 13-32 cassette...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-04-16, 09:18 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 29,261
Posted By ajp

I use a Stronglight 46/34 crankset with a...

I use a Stronglight 46/34 crankset with a customized 9-speed 13-32 cassette. I'm picky about the gear spacing and I prefer to spin.
A 13t first cog plus part of an 11-25 plus the two biggest cogs...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-03-16, 07:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,382
Posted By ajp

190 lb rider, 27 lbs bike + gear, 700x38 Compass...

190 lb rider, 27 lbs bike + gear, 700x38 Compass Barlow Pass extralight tires, on H+Son Todestrieb rims (about 26mm internal width). For most riding, I run 42 psi rear, 34 psi front. I definitely...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-17-16, 10:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,952
Posted By ajp

+1 on the Compass tires. I run the 700c X 38...

+1 on the Compass tires. I run the 700c X 38 Barlow Pass with extra light casing, on a Black Mountain Cycles monstercross bike, 90% road and 10% dirt. Super supple and very low rolling resistance. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-17-16, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,124
Posted By ajp

I use gear oil or chainsaw bar/chain oil, diluted...

I use gear oil or chainsaw bar/chain oil, diluted 50% with mineral spirits. After applying I wipe the chain very thoroughly to clean off any oil on the exterior. More works out on the first ride, and...
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