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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-23, 02:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

But I’m building up an old 26” mtb. Seems like...

But I’m building up an old 26” mtb. Seems like they only make track hubs…
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

79pmooney can you drop a link here to those Ben’s...

79pmooney can you drop a link here to those Ben’s Cycling hubs?? They’re not presenting themselves clearly in a Google search…
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-23, 04:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

I ordered a Reverse ss conversion kit, and if...

I ordered a Reverse ss conversion kit, and if your bike’s got non-vertical dropouts you’ll need a chain tensioner (I went with the Surly Singleator).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

Definitely not!

Definitely not!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

You'll be thrilled to hear that I was able to...

You'll be thrilled to hear that I was able to find the XT hub for $50 -- so still on a pretty good budget! Stopping by the LBS to pick up the Maxxis DTH tires I ordered through them, along with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-23, 12:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

Indeed, it can be even tougher than a climb! A...

Indeed, it can be even tougher than a climb! A good trick is to eat a lot of raw broccoli before the ride and try to turbo-boost your way through it with a powerful, counteracting stream of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

This actually felt like a very convincing route...

This actually felt like a very convincing route to go but then it turned out (as far as I can tell) that Surly stopped making 36h ultra rear hubs! Looks to me like they're only 32h, which wouldn't...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

This is helpful -- I'd had the sense that the VO...

This is helpful -- I'd had the sense that the VO EBB was pretty excellently non-creaky, and would only be about $30 more than one of their other bb's + a good chain tensioner. If it really is not as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-23, 11:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

Very, very true, to the point that it can...

Very, very true, to the point that it can (fascinatingly) really feel like hill-riding. Yesterday I rode out no shirt and rode back with t- shirt on, and the amount of extra drag was mind-bending. It...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-18-23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

Wise words! Confirms what I’ve been leaning...

Wise words! Confirms what I’ve been leaning toward. Was also thinking to skip the tensioner and go with a Velo Orange Eccentric BB. Do you have any experience with those? Seems like a slightly more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-23, 05:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

Let's say lower budget ;) I really appreciate all...

Let's say lower budget ;) I really appreciate all the advice though, and will consider every bit of it!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

Great suggestions here- thanks! Why stop at 9...

Great suggestions here- thanks! Why stop at 9 though, wouldn’t a 10- or even 12-cog cassette fit on there? That was my thought for the geared version… And I was thinking of the Deore XT FH-T780 rear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-18-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

Thanks for this. The White ENO is also 135mm ss...

Thanks for this. The White ENO is also 135mm ss and would be the best (if most expensive) option if I were to go just ss. Interesting 3x idea, tho I’m pretty sold on the 1x either way for this one. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

it’s not something I’d do frequently. Maybe once...

it’s not something I’d do frequently. Maybe once per season, or less if I get really into it one way or the other. That’s why I wanted the flexibility- to see what ends up feeling better with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

Thats a very good point. The other option is a...

Thats a very good point. The other option is a White Industries ENO eccentric hub, but that’s an expensive option. I got to thinking the way you are here, and think I may go that way. The ENO of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

I had originally been thinking to build up a Trek...

I had originally been thinking to build up a Trek 900-series from that era but this one came my way, it’s about the same weight, and pretty cool imho (certainly rarer). I also wasn’t trying to break...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-23, 09:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,127
Posted By praise dakinis

Not entirely sure what I’ve got on my hands here...

Not entirely sure what I’ve got on my hands here but looks to be Japanese-made and 94 bcd. Are these the cracky ones? (Nothing about strongarm on it…) Not needing it to be too “correct,” just nice to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-23, 08:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 787
Posted By praise dakinis

To convert one wheel or build two?

Hello, I’m building up an early ‘90s Schwinn Paramount 26” mtb including wheels, and the brakes will be cantilever, not disc. I got a beautiful vintage Phil Wood front hub, and what I’m thinking for...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-17-23, 08:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,192
Posted By praise dakinis

Need hub advice for wheelbuilding

Hello, I’m building up an early ‘90s Schwinn Paramount 26” mtb including wheels, and the brakes will be cantilever, not disc. I got a beautiful vintage Phil Wood front hub, and what I’m thinking for...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-30-23, 03:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,127
Posted By praise dakinis

Vintage S Works Crankset?

Hey, does anyone know about ca. 1990s S-Works components? I’m thinking to pick up an old crankset for my 26” rebuild and wondering where these were made, of what, put on which bike(s), etc. Any info...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 434
Posted By praise dakinis

“Magic”-branded Canti Brakes??

Here’s an obscure one: I have the chance to pick up some 1990s(?) canti brakes by an American company called Magic. They look pretty well made in the photos but I know absolutely nothing about this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 920
Posted By praise dakinis

I'm starting to think that this is too good a...

I'm starting to think that this is too good a point -- especially since I'm planning to put $$ into the parts, paying that much for just the frame (and keeping all the vintage Deore XT in a box) is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 920
Posted By praise dakinis

Haha, that may really be the question! However,...

Haha, that may really be the question! However, it's my understanding is that the Tange Prestige really rides better than the Trek True Temper tubing. Do you think one would notice the difference in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-25-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 975
Posted By praise dakinis

Amazing detective work! I'm truly impressed....

Amazing detective work! I'm truly impressed. Well, I certainly won't be purchasing this "bianchi" anyway... Thank you for your help!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-23, 09:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 920
Posted By praise dakinis

Bianchi Super Grizzly vs. Trek 970

I have the opportunity to get a Bianchi Super Grizzly ('88) for $525 or a Trek 970 (early 90's) for $250. My thought is to trick out the frameset with new kit either way and to keep the original...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 975
Posted By praise dakinis

Very interesting... I asked the guy to send me...

Very interesting... I asked the guy to send me some more pics, and he sent me one of the BB shell with the serial # 5FE1889 (all the characters are very clear). Does that give you any sense of who...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 975
Posted By praise dakinis

Can Anyone Identify This Vintage Bianchi MTB?

Someone's selling a vintage Bianchi mountain bike near me and I'm trying to figure out what model/year it is before making an offer (it's up for $280). See attached image (there's only one pic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-21, 09:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,636
Posted By praise dakinis

OP here, thanks for all the love, everyone....

OP here, thanks for all the love, everyone. (Fewer snide comments than I’d expected, but that’s ok.) That’s a good point several people made about concentrating force upon the compromised section....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-21, 10:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,636
Posted By praise dakinis

A question everyone’s going to love

So the difference between 22.2mm and 23.8mm diameter handlebars is just that the 23.8 are thicker, with the inside diameter being the same (as far as I can tell). If I wanted to get a thumbie on a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-15-21, 10:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,885
Posted By praise dakinis

GRX RX400 10-Speed Rear Derailleur Question

I recently got a Shimano GRX RX400 10-speed rear derailleur which I’d like to set up 1x for my fantabulous and slightly wacky city commuter (think Spinergy Rev X wheels, late ‘80s steel frame in neon...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,031
Posted By praise dakinis

Ok, I’ll give it a try next time. Sorry for the...

Ok, I’ll give it a try next time. Sorry for the hassle!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-21, 05:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,031
Posted By praise dakinis

Because I have no idea where things are supposed...

Because I have no idea where things are supposed to be posted! Happy to have it moved to wherever that would be
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-21, 08:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,031
Posted By praise dakinis

OP UPDATE! I found another workaround altogether,...

OP UPDATE! I found another workaround altogether, but I’m still interested in all these suggestions (you’ll see why).

I was perusing Craigslist last night and happened to come upon a great deal...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,031
Posted By praise dakinis

10 Speed Campy Cassette with Shimano RD?

I've come into a set of Zipp wheels, and the rear has a beautiful Campy Record hub (no cassette on it). The road bike I’m building has a 10-speed Shimano drivetrain with Dura Ace bar end shifters...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-21, 05:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 757
Posted By praise dakinis

Haha- very good point. I was thinking to trim a...

Haha- very good point. I was thinking to trim a bit off the top!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-21, 07:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 757
Posted By praise dakinis

All true- it occurred to me that maybe the extra...

All true- it occurred to me that maybe the extra long stem could come in use in the future should I decide to use it on a frame with a shorter seat tube. Hitting the bottle cage bolt is an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-21, 04:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 757
Posted By praise dakinis

Seatpost Length Question

I am looking to buy a Thomson Elite seatpost, and I really only need the 250mm but can get the 330mm for ~$15 cheaper. It’s about 40g heavier than the 250mm. Is there any problem with running a very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-21, 06:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 593
Posted By praise dakinis

Surly Thru Axle Adapter Question

Will the Surly thru axle adapters work to put QR wheels on the new 2021 Disc Trucker? Does it work for both wheels?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-21, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,294
Posted By praise dakinis

I haven’t used anything else for touring, but I’m...

I haven’t used anything else for touring, but I’m liking having the range of a 3x10. I do think a wider range as tyrion suggests would be even better. Do you guys have recommendations on a good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-21, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,294
Posted By praise dakinis

Thanks a lot for these replies, guys. Perhaps...

Thanks a lot for these replies, guys. Perhaps even better: do you think perhaps I should sell both the crankset and cassette and move to a less obsolete gearing setup? Would that be more headache...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By praise dakinis

Thanks for all these replies. The DTs were 2020...

Thanks for all these replies. The DTs were 2020 (pre-2021 remodel), and the brake levers are Cane Creek with bar end shifters.

Interesting about saddle position, it hadn’t occurred to me that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,294
Posted By praise dakinis

Shimano Deore XT Crankset Question

I bought a great set of parts from a guy a few inches taller than me, some have worked great but others have turned out too big so I’ve swapped out. I just realized that the 10-Speed Shimano Deore XT...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 294
Posted By praise dakinis

Crank Arm Compatibility Question

I bought a great set of parts from a guy a few inches taller than me, some have worked great but others have turned out too big. I just realized that the 10-Speed Shimano Deore XT FC-M780 (42-32-24)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-21, 12:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By praise dakinis

Surly Disc Trucker Sizing Question

I have a 2020 (last year’s bituminous grey) Surly Disc Trucker, size 52cm, that I got after trying out a 54, a 52, and a 50cm. The 54 was clearly way too big; the 52 felt right after trying the 54,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-21, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By praise dakinis

Optimal Spoke Tension for Touring

I’m wondering what people find the optimal spoke tension to be for long distance touring. I just built a new set of wheels and could probably tension them up a bit more, but I wonder if that’s best...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-06-21, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,245
Posted By praise dakinis

Good to know, I'm new to coaxial cable. Peter...

Good to know, I'm new to coaxial cable. Peter White gives what seem like good instructions on how to set up SON's lighting coax cable here: https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/co-ax.php
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-06-21, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,245
Posted By praise dakinis

Thanks for this awesome post! Your light looks...

Thanks for this awesome post! Your light looks great there, and gives me some ideas. I've got mine on the front right of a Nitto M18 rack, and the rear Toplight is on the back of a Tubus Logo Evo...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-05-21, 10:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,245
Posted By praise dakinis

Wiring Question for Dynamo Lovers

I'm wanting to hook up my Shimano UR-700 hub dynamo to a Busch & Muller Luxos U in the front and B&M Toplight Stand Light in the back. The doubt wire that came with the Luxos is fine, but not long...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-27-21, 06:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,014
Posted By praise dakinis

Brooks B17 Special Proofide Question

So this is a very specific question for Brooks saddle lovers: When I do my first Proofide on my new B17 Special saddle, should I put Proofide on the hand-beveled (skived) lower section of the top of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-21, 08:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 802
Posted By praise dakinis

So I spoke to someone yesterday with the Soma...

So I spoke to someone yesterday with the Soma Champs Elysees Mini Front Rack who measured the distance from the fork crown attachment to the ends of the legs (where they attach to the mid-fork...
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