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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-20, 03:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,313
Posted By ronin4740

I will check that tomorrow. I think it does but...

I will check that tomorrow. I think it does but will try that to be certain. I did rock and bounce on the saddle while coasting on the ride today and could not reproduce the sound though.

I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-20, 03:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,313
Posted By ronin4740

They did not check the rear hanger for alignment....

They did not check the rear hanger for alignment. The bike is an Otso Warakin Ti with a BB-RS5500.

I have pulled the RD jockey cage apart, pulled and dry cleaned the wheels and added a bit of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,313
Posted By ronin4740

The bike was delivered to me mid May. I have...

The bike was delivered to me mid May. I have about 1000 miles on the bike. I have fiddled with the RD tension adjustment knob and believe that it is adjusted properly.

I took it to the local Trek...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-20, 11:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,313
Posted By ronin4740

GRX Drivetrain - Clicking

Have developed a clicking sound from the drivetrain. Pretty sure it's not a wheel bearing as the noise does not happen when the pedals are not turning.

I did a deep cleaning of the Drive system as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-20, 09:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,699
Posted By ronin4740

Tubeless tires - overnight pressure loss question

I just mounted three sets of tubeless tires on three separate wheel sets. Added 2oz of sealant per wheel to the 700x28C tires and about 3oz of sealant to the 700x32C tires.

On all three sets...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-20, 03:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,246
Posted By ronin4740

I like the geometry of my TCR and as I'm losing...

I like the geometry of my TCR and as I'm losing more weight it's getting easier to ride. However in the last week I'm finding I LOVE the geometry of my gravel bike. It's a little more relaxed and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 979
Posted By ronin4740

Depending on Cannondale's reply you might call...

Depending on Cannondale's reply you might call one of the paintless dent repair car shops and see if they can pull the dent out... I imagine the answer will be "are you out of your ever loving...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-08-20, 02:26 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,885,655
Posted By ronin4740

The Purple Peril is nearing completion!

2020 Otso Warakin Ti frame, GRX 600 Groupset, DT Swiss C1800 wheels, WolfTooth Ti bottle cages and... well... Purple anodized components, Purple Bar tape and Purple Panaracer GravelKing SK Tires!
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 11:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 979
Posted By ronin4740

I dunno about Cannondale's warranty policy but it...

I dunno about Cannondale's warranty policy but it might be worth investigating whether they offer a partial discount to replace a crash damaged frame...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 02:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,498
Posted By ronin4740

They'll be here tomorrow. Returning would likely...

They'll be here tomorrow. Returning would likely be at my expense.

Shipping from Merlin is about $50.00 to my door... Also the Shimano wheelset doesn't mention being tubeless ready or tubeless...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 02:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,498
Posted By ronin4740

Hmm... Wished I'd found these prior to purchasing...

Hmm... Wished I'd found these prior to purchasing the DTSwiss wheelset. Oh well :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 10:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,919
Posted By ronin4740

Fenders - Options and Opinons?

Curious about adding a front and rear fender or maybe a rear cargo rack/fender to my Otso Warakin. Ideally the fenders would be easy to install on days where the terrain is a bit sloppy or the roads...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 10:46 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 30,399
Posted By ronin4740

Very nice bike! The orange truly pops! Hope it...

Very nice bike! The orange truly pops! Hope it serves you well as a Gravel/Cyclocross race machine!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 801
Posted By ronin4740

While I'm still new to gravel my tubeless...

While I'm still new to gravel my tubeless experiment last year on my road bike was pretty disheartening. The casing and rubber on a road bike tire isn't as thick as it is on a gravel or MTB tire and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-07-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,498
Posted By ronin4740

Thanks all. I pulled the trigger and the wheel...

Thanks all. I pulled the trigger and the wheel set is on it's way. Should be here Friday. Have a cassette and rotors for it as well. Waiting on the Panaracer SK 700x32c tires from Panaracer now...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-05-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 738
Posted By ronin4740

Scraps of clear bra (also, I believe, a 3M...

Scraps of clear bra (also, I believe, a 3M product) will work as well. I use it on my road bike where the cables make contact with the frame as well as where the Thule bike rack locking cable and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-04-20, 10:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,582
Posted By ronin4740

After my last "gravel" ride which included lots...

After my last "gravel" ride which included lots of up/down single track (seems there's a lot of that around these parts) I think I'm convinced that clipless is the better way to go... More over I'm...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-02-20, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,485
Posted By ronin4740

What wheelset do you recommend for a budget...

What wheelset do you recommend for a budget minded guy? After a 20+ mile all road ride I like this frame just as much as the Giant TCR I own and am strongly considering another wheel set with 28mm...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-02-20, 09:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,498
Posted By ronin4740

Gravel wheel set...

Thinking about adding a wheel set with slicks mounted tubeless.

Any thoughts on this wheel set?
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-01-20, 06:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,050
Posted By ronin4740

So. Much. Better! ...

So. Much. Better!
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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,485
Posted By ronin4740

Otso Warakin Ti with Ti seat post

Just added the bike to my stable. Have had a couple of rides on it and am happy with the way it feels both on road and on trail. Not as light and responsive as my road bike but I didn't expect it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-20, 09:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,582
Posted By ronin4740

Thanks guys. I ended up on some pretty steep...

Thanks guys. I ended up on some pretty steep single track/game trail sections of my ride accidentally and the ascents were likely just beyond me anyway. I might have tried one of them if I hadn't had...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,582
Posted By ronin4740

Half and halfs?

Did a gravel ride yesterday and have to admit that I've spent so much time on the road that I was a little uneasy being clipped into the pedals while ascending and descending steep climbs.
I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-28-20, 02:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,050
Posted By ronin4740

The Coupon put me over the top. The wedge pack I...

The Coupon put me over the top. The wedge pack I bought refuses to stay at the top of the seat post - it slides down and blocks the tail light which is a problem. Sold!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-20, 10:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,078
Posted By ronin4740

GRX FD-RX400 question

Piked up my new gravel bike this evening and it seems the LBS didn't do a particularly good job adjusting the top throw of the front derailleur. I'll be running it back there tomorrow to ask them to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-22-20, 07:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,050
Posted By ronin4740

I'd love to find a small, affordable frame bag...

I'd love to find a small, affordable frame bag that mounts under the top tube at the steerer tube that can carry a tube, CO2 cartridge, tool, etc... but, as yet, have not found one that doesn't seem...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-22-20, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,097
Posted By ronin4740

Problem solved. Nephew went on a 4 hour long...

Problem solved. Nephew went on a 4 hour long mountain bike excursion last weekend on a borrowed full suspension bike. His comment about that was that it was too squsihy... So I gave him the M80. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-20, 03:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,097
Posted By ronin4740

Thanks. I'll see how I like the gravel bike on...

Thanks. I'll see how I like the gravel bike on the local trails and make a choice as to whether to fix the front fork or not. Might just give the business (and hassle) of rebuilding it (if it needs...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-20-20, 10:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,097
Posted By ronin4740

RockShox Duke C fork on a Raleigh M80

I have a 2002 Raleigh M80 Hard Tail with a Duke C fork that will no longer (not surprising) hold air for any length of time. The fork appears to be 1 1/8th threadless so it is possible to easily...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-19-20, 06:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,648
Posted By ronin4740

Hmmm. Merlin's is (I think) in the UK and while...

Hmmm. Merlin's is (I think) in the UK and while I don't mind ordering overseas I also don't see any Di2 results when I search for GRX.

Universal Cycles seems to have a store just down the road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-19-20, 09:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,648
Posted By ronin4740

GRX Di2 Upgrade - Question/Pricing?

Preface - I have a Giant TCR with Ultegra Di2 and after just one ride I fell in love with the accuracy and ease of electronic shifting...

That said I've just purchased an Otso Warakin with a GRX...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-20, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 346
Posted By ronin4740

Thanks guys. I'll wait on the 12mm thru axle to...

Thanks guys. I'll wait on the 12mm thru axle to be available and keep my fingers crossed.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-10-20, 08:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,831
Posted By ronin4740

I'm pretty sure I could swap Ultegra Hydro brake...

I'm pretty sure I could swap Ultegra Hydro brake pads in the field if I had to. Just have to be careful not to lose the retention clip... or not install it and trust that the screw retention...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-20, 06:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 346
Posted By ronin4740

Gravel bike <-> Road bike wheelset compatibility

Am about to pull the trigger on a GRX equipped Gravel bike with the notion in my head that it's easier to swap wheel sets for skinny tires if I know I'm going to ride on the road vs swapping tires on...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-20, 11:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,166
Posted By ronin4740

Thanks! I have the app. I'll fiddle with the...

Thanks! I have the app. I'll fiddle with the syncro shifting again...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,166
Posted By ronin4740

Ultegra Di2 - where's the "brain"?

I have an older Ultegra 6800 series Di2 groupset which is mated to an 8000 series long cage rear derailer (replaced the 6800 series short cage so I can run a 34-11 cassette) and a 6800 series front...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-20, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 864
Posted By ronin4740

Hmm. Also just pulled the trigger on a dual...

Hmm. Also just pulled the trigger on a dual sided Ultegra crank. Didn't know that they'd sold the power meter business to Shimano... But have to wonder if it really matters for the Gen 3 stuff? If...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 564
Posted By ronin4740

Ultegra rear cassette with 105 rear deraileur?

Guys,

Am wanting to add a gravel bike to my garage. Am also wanting to have the ability to swap wheel sets so that I don't need to change tires on the wheels in the event the planned ride is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-19, 09:44 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,133
Posted By ronin4740

Full Syncro. Love never having to use the left...

Full Syncro. Love never having to use the left shifter... Having it connected to the Garmin Edge means no surprise shifts from small to big or big to small front chain ring.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-19, 09:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 611
Posted By ronin4740

I vote custom paint color. Green is the color of...

I vote custom paint color. Green is the color of money and money is FAST
Forum: Southwest
08-16-19, 03:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,264
Posted By ronin4740

If you're local maybe drive it and see for...

If you're local maybe drive it and see for yourself... :) Might be better on a weekend vs. 5-7pm on a work day as well (which is when I rode it)

Chris
Forum: Southwest
08-16-19, 03:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,264
Posted By ronin4740

Ando - I rode part of it a few weeks ago. There...

Ando - I rode part of it a few weeks ago. There wasn't a lot of traffic but there also wasn't much in the way of a shoulder to ride on. I turned around about 15 miles from the convenience store on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-19, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By ronin4740

Most front derailleurs have screws which adjust...

Most front derailleurs have screws which adjust the lower and upper travel limits. If other posters are correct and the chain line has changed you may need to adjust these so that both allow a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-19, 04:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,016
Posted By ronin4740

The rears were significantly worn but the fronts...

The rears were significantly worn but the fronts had about 3/4th of the pad left when compared to new pads. Felt, in this case, that it was worth saving the $25 for a set to rotate them to the rear...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-19, 11:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,375
Posted By ronin4740

Buy a set of road pedals compatible with SPD (not...

Buy a set of road pedals compatible with SPD (not SPD-SL) cleats and a set of nice fitting mountain bike shoes. You can walk a lot more easily in MTB shoes than road shoes...

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-19, 10:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,016
Posted By ronin4740

Update - the parts all went together without...

Update - the parts all went together without issue. No need for longer or shorter thru bolts to mount the spacer to the rear chain stay. Also cleaned and lubricated the pistons as well as changed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-19, 12:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 963
Posted By ronin4740

I'd probably try a long or medium cage deraileur...

I'd probably try a long or medium cage deraileur with possibly a wolfs tooth extender. There's calculators out there which can tell you what the total spread of your gears can be front and rear. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-19, 01:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,285
Posted By ronin4740

Mine is a 2003: ...

Mine is a 2003:

https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/SearchListingDetail.aspx?id=38411&make=681&model=40995

Am sure it wasn't designed for anything over 23c tires :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-19, 10:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,285
Posted By ronin4740

I took a dremel with a drum sander bit on it to...

I took a dremel with a drum sander bit on it to the bottom of the rear triangle to create a bit more clearance on a Fuji Roubaix I own as the 28mm tire was just barely rubbing as one part of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-29-19, 10:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,315
Posted By ronin4740

I rode a century on these a couple of weekends...

I rode a century on these a couple of weekends ago:
...
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