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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-23, 05:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

My concern is creating excess slack in the front...

My concern is creating excess slack in the front derailleur cable
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 317
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Deore XT chainring swap

I currently have a Deore XT 40-28T, FC-M785 chainring pair. (10 spd, with Deore XT front and rear derailleurs)

If I switch to a the 38-24T pair (also Deore XT FC M785), will the front derailleur...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-21, 11:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,166
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

650b Tire Removal Hacks. Help.

I can't free the bead from the rim.

Tires are WTB Horizon 650b x 47mm. Rim is WTB i23.I have used this make of tire on this rime for 3 years and never had this problem. I run them with innertubes....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,352
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I think you may be correct about the hanger, It's...

I think you may be correct about the hanger, It's a new derailleur-- only about 400 miles on it.

Luckily I've got a back up ride. Just to be safe I'll take the bike into the shop and have it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-21, 07:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,352
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Yes. Its angled very slightly outward and...

Yes. Its angled very slightly outward and away.The cage is a long enough to accommodate a 40 tooth cassette,

I have 50mm tires on, which makes it impossible to get photo from the rear of the the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-21, 06:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,352
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Jockey Wheel alingment?

When looking at Jockey Wheels from the rear of the bike, how much vertical offset should there be between the jockey and idler pulleys?

In my easiest (smallest?) climbing gear --28Tx 36-- the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-21, 10:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Give it a day or two, Chad. I'm sure you'll get...

Give it a day or two, Chad. I'm sure you'll get over it.

Besides big deal. I called it a lockring nut and it still worked. Never meant to hurt your feelings.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Park Tool # 5.2 vs 5.2GT Its a nut because...

Park Tool # 5.2 vs 5.2GT

Its a nut because of its hexagonal shape. And, as with a nut, you need a wrench/socket drive to loosen or tighten it. Pretty straightforward

Update. The Park.Tool 5.2...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 471
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Which lock ring nut do i need...?

Both of my bikes have Shimano drive trains.

If I have a through-axle rear hub on one bike, do I need a lock ring nut made specifically for through-axle hubs? Or can I use same lock ring nut that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-21, 10:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,031
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Breaking Away reference: :thumb:

Breaking Away reference: :thumb:
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-10-21, 02:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,811
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Longer stem pros and cons.

Is there a significant change in handling if I swap out an 80mm stem for a 120-130mm stem to get a more comfortable crouch in the downhill turns?

Backstory:
My main ride is an all-terrain touring...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-21, 08:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 808
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Interesting. "Best" as in most tread or...

Interesting.

"Best" as in most tread or least amount of wear? If, so they are fairly evenly worn-- I rotate them about every three months.

Or will the various forces that that tire is subjected...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-21, 07:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 808
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Because I already have the Rema kit, I'm gonna...

Because I already have the Rema kit, I'm gonna give this a try first. For better effect I'm gonna rotate tires and put the patched tire in front to lighten it's workload.

I've already ordered a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-21, 01:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 808
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

The hole inside the tire is really small, but the...

The hole inside the tire is really small, but the tire patch is fairly robust so I was assuming that the flat spot was being caused by the patch. I will give your suggestion a try to get a better...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 808
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Is this tire salvageable?

Inner tube. NOT a tubeless setup.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x971/20210214_172821_d5e22affc481747561a2290d1a7a66b0e0286762.jpg
2 inch woodscrew left a small hole. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-21, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,034
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Thanks everyone for the input and insight. I...

Thanks everyone for the input and insight.

I ordered the Jagwire Pro cable kit. And Jagwire pro inline barrel adjusters.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-21, 02:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,034
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Yes. Under the tape from the bar end shifters. ...

Yes. Under the tape from the bar end shifters.

Thanks, for this insight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-21, 02:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,034
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Shifting Cables and Housing: Will any brand suffice?

Time to replace compromised shifting cables.

I ride an REI CoOp gravel touring bike with Microshift bar end shifters, which are set up for friction shifting with Deore Xt deraileurs .

On the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-21, 09:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I looked up the model number. It's the...

I looked up the model number.

It's the microshift BSm10. The specs say it is "micro indexed" for double and triple crank sets . So, Left and Right are not interchangeable as you pointed out.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Perhaps you can explain why both right and left...

Perhaps you can explain why both right and left shifters have a micro-shift setting ?

Probably for a 3x chainring?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-21, 09:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Ok. I'm going to go ahead and skip the barrel...

Ok. I'm going to go ahead and skip the barrel adjuster for the front derailleur.

Both right and left shifters are micro-shift ready, I'm guessing for a right-or-left shift option for the rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-21, 07:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I've used the front adjuster exactly twice. Once,...

I've used the front adjuster exactly twice. Once, when i first got the bike. And a second time when a few weeks after I had new cables installed and the chain started rubbing against the front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-21, 07:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

No adjuster at the cable stop.

No adjuster at the cable stop.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-21, 02:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Thanks for the insight. I will be replacing...

Thanks for the insight.

I will be replacing the casing and cables too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Cracked barrel adjuster

The inline barrel adjuster for my front derailleur cracked and a piece of the collar broke off, creating a kink point in the cable. The adjuster is 4mm by Jagwire.

Q: Will a 4mm barrel adjuster by...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-06-21, 10:58 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 44,707
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I ride 125 miles per week average while on keto. ...

I ride 125 miles per week average while on keto.

In november i rode nearly 600 miles with 32,000 feet of elevation.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-08-20, 11:08 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 44,707
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I'm glad it was helpful. Keto definitely...

I'm glad it was helpful.


Keto definitely isn't going to be a long term lifestyle change for me. But there are plenty of ways to make it a healthy way to lose weight. Many veggies are keto...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-30-20, 03:14 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 44,707
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I started a keto diet on September 6th, 2020. I...

I started a keto diet on September 6th, 2020. I am 6'1" and have been in the 225-245lb range (overweight) for nearly 10 years. I got as heavy as 245lbs, but when I started keto I was 231-234lbs.

I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-22-20, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,349
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Are Deore XT AJ, AK, and AM outer chainrings interchangeable?

I've got a 40T-AJ outer that needs replacing. Will an AK chainring swap seamlessly?

What is the difference between the AJ, AK, and AM designations?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-20, 09:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Thanks for the tip. Given its wide brand...

Thanks for the tip. Given its wide brand compatibility (i have TRP and Shimano disc brakes on my bikes) it'll be a good addition to my growing covid home maintenance kit. Park Tool is out of stock...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-16-20, 04:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Which generation Shimano bleed kit do i need for...

Which generation of Shimano bleed kit do i need for these brakes? The bike is a 2016 or 2017 Marin Muir Woods 29er.

thanks!
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,237
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Shimano bleed cup to TRP compatibility?

Will the bleed cup for Shimano disc brake resevoir thread properly into the reservoir for TRP disc brakes?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-20, 03:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 351
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

1. The Idler pulley is the lower pulley on the...

1. The Idler pulley is the lower pulley on the rear derailleur.
2. The vibration seems to be coming from the rear derailleur cage. As the chain passes through the rear cage and around the ldler...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 351
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Which chain for Deore XT drivetrain?

My Deore XT10speed drivetrain is set up for Friction shifting.

Is the Shimano Ultegra chain compatible with the Deore XT drivetrain?

Problem: I'm getting a rubbing/vibration from what seems to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 05:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Bleeding worked. The Pistons now return to...

Bleeding worked. The Pistons now return to recessed position when brake lever is released.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,076
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Pulsating sensation could be a greasy spot on the...

Pulsating sensation could be a greasy spot on the rotor. Even brand new brakes and rotor can pick up errant grease, or other surface contaminants.

Did you bed the brakes when after first...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I did the manual reset of the pistons with the...

I did the manual reset of the pistons with the bleed block. After removing the bleed block, the pistons rose back out of the cylinders without any actuation of the brake lever.

The bleed kit I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 470
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I've had this happen when I put new pedals on all...

I've had this happen when I put new pedals on all three of my bikes.

Drop some lube into the pedal threads. If this works. Remove the pedals and thoroughly grease up the threads, reinstall and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 11:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I don't have a bleed kit yet. It's scheduled to...

I don't have a bleed kit yet. It's scheduled to arrive this afternoon in the mail. I'm doing a bleed this afternoon.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 11:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,076
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

following

following
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 871
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Will enough air in the hydraulic brake lines prevent the pistons from returning?

I cleaned the front pistons on my TRP hylex brakes. Now there is air in the system and the pistons won't return to the recessed/open position when brake lever is released. Is this because of the air...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-20, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,244
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Buke chain upside down?

Correct orientation is with the lettering on the chain facing outward.

However, should the lettering be upside down when above or below the chainstays?

The chain I'm using is a Shimano 10 speed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-20, 01:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,525
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Whiplash and car fenders from all the people...

Whiplash and car fenders from all the people gawking in passing cars...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-20, 01:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,129
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

I've got the 2017 Muirwoods in all black that...

I've got the 2017 Muirwoods in all black that i've re-geared and converted to a grocery/hauler. It has the same zip ties for the housed cables and hydraulic lines.

If you ever have to replace...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-28-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,635
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Oh, so you do believe in windchill?

Oh, so you do believe in windchill?
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-28-20, 02:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,635
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Ride 30 miles from home with a generous tailwind...

Ride 30 miles from home with a generous tailwind on a sub-freezing day. Then stop for 30 minutes to repair a rear flat tire. Now turn around and ride 30 miles home into the headwind. Now that your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-20, 12:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,366
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

The screw you link is for a brake lever assembly....

The screw you link is for a brake lever assembly. I need the one for the shifter.

The screw I need is smaller. It's counterpart on the rear shifter is a Phillip's head type. I don't want to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-20, 12:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,366
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

No model number, but it's a 3 speed front...

No model number, but it's a 3 speed front derailure shifter, for a Shimano Deore mtb front deraileur labeled: Mega 9 Drivetrain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-20, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,366
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Missing shifter screw

A screw fell out of the shifter on my mountain bike. Its position is directly adjacent to the where the front derailleur cable and barrel adjuster enter the shifter body.
It still shifts into the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-18-20, 12:54 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,635
Posted By AllWeatherJeff

Neoprene gloves as liners are a great solution to...

Neoprene gloves as liners are a great solution to keep your outer gloves dry. Your hands will be pruned at the end of a long ride, but the neoprene keeps keeps the gloves from getting soaked so your...
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