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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 26,045
Posted By Weogo

At the Bike Co-op we've had a few over-tightened...

At the Bike Co-op we've had a few over-tightened binder wedges that expanded the threaded fork steerer tubes to the point of rubbing inside the head tube.

Can carbon steerer tubes be crushed by...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,645
Posted By Weogo

Gosh I like my cable-actuated discs!

Gosh I like my cable-actuated discs!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 581
Posted By Weogo

Schwalbe Hurricane is on the lighter side,...

Schwalbe Hurricane is on the lighter side, durable, center ridge & side knobs, what I have on my bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,894
Posted By Weogo

Jubilee

Many years ago I had the long-cage Jubilee on a bike.
Gorgeous, worked well and was quite light.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,920
Posted By Weogo

I think 'acoustic' comes from the music...

I think 'acoustic' comes from the music performance world.

Remember the 'horrors' of Bob Dylan playing an electric Guitar in 1965 at the Newport Folk Festival:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,664
Posted By Weogo

Hi Folks, An ultrasonic tip I saw on utube ...

Hi Folks,

An ultrasonic tip I saw on utube -
for smaller parts in larger ultrasonic tanks, when you need to use something stronger as a cleaner, like acetone,
put the part and acetone in a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 440
Posted By Weogo

Hi Richard, Thanks for this; am going to...

Hi Richard,

Thanks for this; am going to link the folks at the Co-op to this thread!
The freezer test is excellent!

Fixed my neighbor's gripshifter last week - not gunked up with old...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,111
Posted By Weogo

Thanks all for the clarifications and...

Thanks all for the clarifications and information.

The take-way I get is there's no compelling engineering reason for so many hanger designs.
And there are other areas, like chainrings and bottom...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,111
Posted By Weogo

"Why even have a derailleur hangar? Sheesh. Just...

"Why even have a derailleur hangar? Sheesh. Just build it into the frame."

My understanding is that derailleur hangers that are part of a steel frame or attached to a frame can be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 619
Posted By Weogo

Hi Noimagination, I've been wrenching for...

Hi Noimagination,

I've been wrenching for about sixty years and have a pretty good feel for 'tight enough'.
And I own three torque wrenches for when they are useful.

I want to see how small...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,111
Posted By Weogo

Hi Duragrouch, Thanks for the post. Is...

Hi Duragrouch,

Thanks for the post.

Is this what you are ASCIIing for? :
https://www.asciiart.eu/sports-and-outdoors/cycling

Choddo,
Yep, good standards can be useful.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,111
Posted By Weogo

Hi Folks, Agreed, having spares is a good...

Hi Folks,

Agreed, having spares is a good thing, that's why I bought two.
Pricey little buggers, + shipping.

To clarify my question, are there any technical reasons for so many variations?
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 619
Posted By Weogo

Hi Folks, The Zefal really is quite small,...

Hi Folks,

The Zefal really is quite small, and weighs less than one ounce.
Am looking for something similar size/weight.

I've though of trying a plastic 'pencil' style schrader gauge with a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 619
Posted By Weogo

Analog Presta gauge

Hi Folks,

My wife has a lovely old Presta gauge from Zefal:
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1882x1030/zefal_presta_gauge_99bea981dcfdf7746cb052305e814a2c6dcadc5a.jpg
no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,111
Posted By Weogo

So many derailleur hangers

Hi Folks,

My derailleur hanger broke and the only place I could find one was having the bike manufacturer ship a couple; so no bike for almost a week.
A friend suggested getting something close...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 325
Posted By Weogo

Nice!

Nice!
Forum: Commuting
02-29-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 443
Posted By Weogo

I do live audio production. One some-what...

I do live audio production. One some-what regular gig is less than 5 miles from the house.
If it isn't raining I like to ride. Earbuds, a tablet for digital mixer control, DMM and a mini pack of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,413
Posted By Weogo

Can those cutters be sharpened, or are...

Can those cutters be sharpened, or are replacements available?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,413
Posted By Weogo

I like those replaceable cutters on the Mikado! ...

I like those replaceable cutters on the Mikado!

More bench-top cutters:
https://www.wirecutterstore.com/Bench-Top-Cutters_c_15.html
Forum: Introductions
02-03-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 290
Posted By Weogo

Hi Allan, Welcome! I'm in Canton, near...

Hi Allan,

Welcome! I'm in Canton, near Asheville.

Weogo
Forum: Living Car Free
02-03-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 79,162
Posted By Weogo

The Recyclery in Asheville, NC: ...

The Recyclery in Asheville, NC:
https://the-asheville-recyclery.business.site/

Currently in the basement of the French Broad Food Co-op, soon moving to ? ?
Forum: Touring
01-30-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,306
Posted By Weogo

reviews of suspension stems and seat posts: ...

reviews of suspension stems and seat posts:
https://www.cyclingabout.com/why-suspension-stems-are-the-ultimate-comfort-upgrade-for-bicycles/
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,413
Posted By Weogo

https://us.gedore.com/en/products/our-tool-range/p...

https://us.gedore.com/en/products/our-tool-range/pliers/wire-rope-cutter-8320-200-jl-with-cutting-plate/Blades are replaceable.

Recycling a bunch of old wheels at the local bike co-op, we went...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-23, 10:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,514
Posted By Weogo

I use these for tripod speaker stands: ...

I use these for tripod speaker stands:

https://www.sandbagstore.com/circular-sandbags.html

I fill them with pea gravel instead of sand. If a bag breaks, much easier to clean up on a fancy...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-24-23, 09:29 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,358
Posted By Weogo

Hi Folks, I work in live audio...

Hi Folks,

I work in live audio production and wear custom-fitted MUSICIANS earplugs with noise reducing inserts that are available at -9db, -15db or -25db.
My plugs are silicone and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-04-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 579
Posted By Weogo

Some options: ...

Some options:

https://bikeknack.com.au/services/belt-drive-conversion/

https://beatbike.pl/en/conversion-of-the-frame-to-the-gates-drive/
...
Forum: Commuting
10-18-23, 08:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,932
Posted By Weogo

This looks interesting: ...

This looks interesting:

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,142
Posted By Weogo

Hi Tungsten, On the Growtacs the inner pad...

Hi Tungsten,

On the Growtacs the inner pad is fixed, only the outer pad moves, and
yes it bends the rotor over slightly to contact the inner pad.
I think the Paul Klampers are the same.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-16-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 775
Posted By Weogo

Eyes Roll, Thanks for the reply. Before...

Eyes Roll,
Thanks for the reply.
Before starting this thread I did search and read many threads. You must have better search-fu than me.
I did read the thread you note, but it didn't exactly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,142
Posted By Weogo

Troul, I wish you many leak-free miles! ...

Troul, I wish you many leak-free miles!

Rick, Enjoy those Klampers! Yep, I watched that video, and others, and read several articles.

On the Growtacs, the rubber covers for the outer brake...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-23, 11:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,142
Posted By Weogo

Growtac Equal disc brake calipers

Hi Folks,

My (used)bike came with Shimano SLX hydraulic brakes and they worked fine for a while.
Then the front caliper started leaking a bit of oil on the pads/disk.
The result was the usual...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-16-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 775
Posted By Weogo

shifter cables

Hi Folks,

What are the most durable, longest-lasting shifter cables?
They are available for $2 to $25+; are the expensive ones that much better?

Also, what are your cable housing...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-28-23, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 579
Posted By Weogo

Hi Keith, Belt-drive bikes have a frame...

Hi Keith,

Belt-drive bikes have a frame that allows for the right/rear triangle to be opened to install the belt.
A frame shop could modify your frame.
Or you can buy a belt that is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 327
Posted By Weogo

Hi Folks, I had a budget rotor that was...

Hi Folks,

I had a budget rotor that was 'pulsing' when braking.
Thickness varied from 1.81mm to 1.89mm.
Grinding it all to 1.81 solved the pulsing.
Am guessing better grade rotors have...
Forum: Introductions
08-24-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 314
Posted By Weogo

Hi Wes, Welcome! I'm down in Avl. Does...

Hi Wes,
Welcome! I'm down in Avl.
Does App State have a bike shop? Could be a very useful connection for advice, parts, bike folks.

Thanks and good health, Weogo
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,461
Posted By Weogo

Hi Folks, I'm running a Pirelli TPU...

Hi Folks,

I'm running a Pirelli TPU tube in a Schwalbe Hurricane tire, 27.5" x 2.25"/ 57mm, 40mm wide rim.
No flats in the last four months.

Still have a Schwalbe butyl in the rear. ...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-28-23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,939
Posted By Weogo

Hi Daniell, Occasionally I've had...

Hi Daniell,

Occasionally I've had name-brand batteries that were DOA, so it can be helpful to buy from a supplier that has a good return policy.
I mostly use BatteryJunction.

Thanks and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-28-23, 09:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,377
Posted By Weogo

Hi quadripper, On the high-budget end: ...

Hi quadripper,

On the high-budget end:
Bergamont E-Vitess, Simplon SilkCarbon TQ.
On utube there are some Beramont reviews, and one for a Simplon with a Rohloff hub.

Thanks and good health,...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-26-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,632
Posted By Weogo

Sustainable bicycles

Hi Folks,

Interesting article taking in to account some of the environmental considerations of riding a bike:
Search: LowTechMagazine, Can-we-make-bicycles-sustainable-again?
The comments are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,847
Posted By Weogo

Hi Andrew, Your observations are similar...

Hi Andrew,

Your observations are similar to mine.
Now you have me curious about the red wrenches!

SurferRosa,
"Aren't single sized hex/allen wrenches $0.50 at the hardware store?"
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-23, 07:17 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,847
Posted By Weogo

three-way wrenches

Hi Folks,

At our local bike co-op, 4/5/6mm three-way hex wrenches get heavy use.
Tips get worn fairly fast(and can be cut back on a sharpening stone) and
overly-high torque occasionally rips...
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