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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 260
Posted By PoorBob

I am starting to think that would have to work. I...

I am starting to think that would have to work. I cannot see there being that much difference in road vs mtn 2 piston calibers.

it is surprising how little about this turns up in internet...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 260
Posted By PoorBob

Flat bar/ flat mount hydraulic help

Looking for help/advice on options for hydraulic brakes on a flat bar gravel build.

I have been collecting parts for what I thought would be a drop bar bike, but for unimportant reasons it’s going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 04:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 393
Posted By PoorBob

I apologize. This would be for the hydraulic...

I apologize.

This would be for the hydraulic version BL-M315


thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 393
Posted By PoorBob

Altus brake lever compatibility

Going through the parts bins and I came across some good working 105 calipers, Will Altus mtn levers be compatible with these?

second question, I see some of the more budget friendly options come...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-22, 05:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 694
Posted By PoorBob

Frame Option One thing I overlooked is an...

Frame Option

One thing I overlooked is an old Nashbar 29r single speed that I have collecting dust.

It has external cable mounts for derailers already, current free hub will except a 10spd. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-22, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 694
Posted By PoorBob

Folks... I appreciate both of your...

Folks...

I appreciate both of your suggestions on the gears and range. I suspect like much in cycling it really comes down to many factors that are all rider specific.
I will take both angles...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-22, 08:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 694
Posted By PoorBob

Build Help/Ideas

Good evening to all,

Getting ready to start my next build, and I am heading in a different direction then I would go in the past.

Looking to build a bike for utility and to eventually pull a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-21, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,367
Posted By PoorBob

21 is bead to bead. So the tape should go...

21 is bead to bead.

So the tape should go bead to bead? No gap or 1mm- gap on each side?

I suspect I could take some painters tape to get the width including the curvature or valley in the rim...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,367
Posted By PoorBob

Tubeless rim tape width

Trying to figure out what the best rim tape size would be.

My rims are 21mm internal width and 25mm external.

Thanks,

Bob
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-27-21, 09:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,277
Posted By PoorBob

Looking at the specs, I would drop my PSI...

Looking at the specs,

I would drop my PSI 20 just going from the current tubed tire max to the schwalbe tires. Not to mention no longer fearing pinch flats I can likely drop the PSI down even...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-26-21, 05:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,277
Posted By PoorBob

I was leaning towards the Schwalbe G one speed.

I was leaning towards the Schwalbe G one speed.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-21, 06:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,277
Posted By PoorBob

noted, and corrected.

noted, and corrected.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-23-21, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,277
Posted By PoorBob

Tire options question

Well I suspect this might not be a straight forward question, but I have been going back and forth on this one for a while so I figure send the questions to the masses.

A new bike for 2021 is out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-20, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 894
Posted By PoorBob

Finally got to the source of my troubles. ...

Finally got to the source of my troubles.

Last night on a ride my outer free hub bearing began to fail. Every time I pulled the free hub I only was paying attention to the "working side" Makes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-20, 01:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 894
Posted By PoorBob

The marks around the shell near the "Pawls" are...

The marks around the shell near the "Pawls" are uniform all the way around the shell and are into the shell beyond the paint.

The noise started before a servicing, has continued with various...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 894
Posted By PoorBob

Free Hub Noise, marks...

Intermittently I have been getting some noise from my free hub when coasting. Not the normal smooth sound of the pawls engaging but more of a ratcheting sound. The sound is not uniform with the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-09-20, 07:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,498
Posted By PoorBob

Im averaging 1750-2000 miles on a chain and rear...

Im averaging 1750-2000 miles on a chain and rear cassette.

Just hit 5000 and the big and little chain rings are getting worn, pulley wheels.


I had a few issues with my old hubs as well, but...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-20, 08:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,498
Posted By PoorBob

Weight and component life span

Just curious on what other 200lbs + riders are experiencing with the longevity of components?

I will be the first to admit I am not the strongest technical rider so much of the blame is on me for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-18-20, 07:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,355
Posted By PoorBob

Well this one is on temporary hold. Still...

Well this one is on temporary hold.

Still going to plan/dream but like many of us work and hours are effected by the pandemic.

No complaints, happy to have a bike and the health to keep...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-15-20, 08:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,355
Posted By PoorBob

With free time becoming more abundent I am back...

With free time becoming more abundent I am back on the planning phase of this build.

Information is key to making good decisions, too much information is a great way to get bogged down!

As I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-12-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,355
Posted By PoorBob

Even when out of the saddle eh ? I am going...

Even when out of the saddle eh ?

I am going to try going over the cranks as suggested. I will likely be riding this bike for a few months while i sift through the new build.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-10-20, 08:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,355
Posted By PoorBob

hey now, I did not say a last bike lol. This...

hey now, I did not say a last bike lol.

This is more geared towards riding style and a desire to get to a few more places I no longer feel comfortable riding at speed on a true road bike/tire.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-10-20, 03:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,355
Posted By PoorBob

Building a bike for the long haul (years)

Hello group.

About to enter the next phase of life (mid life) and looking to get onto a little firmer footing of a bike.

My current bike is a "Endurance" style carbon road bike. I have had...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-20-19, 07:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,518
Posted By PoorBob

I cant believe our politicians are sitting by...

I cant believe our politicians are sitting by idle. Obviously this calls for an all out ban of birds!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-21-19, 03:17 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 14,324
Posted By PoorBob

And in that perfect world cyclist would stop at...

And in that perfect world cyclist would stop at red lights, and stop sings, ride on the correct side of the road, treat pedestrians with respect, etc etc etc.

Very blanket statement, all groups...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-20-19, 07:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,339
Posted By PoorBob

Similar experience to many that posted before. ...

Similar experience to many that posted before.

Just one of the many things to watch out for when riding, with the heat wave right now that stuff is seriously gooey!

probably not a bad idea to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-26-19, 08:04 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 18,953
Posted By PoorBob

I forgot to bring my marshmallows to the flame...

I forgot to bring my marshmallows to the flame war!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-23-19, 06:22 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 18,953
Posted By PoorBob

Very very very well said.

Very very very well said.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-20-19, 01:28 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 18,953
Posted By PoorBob

I think in here someplace is the overall issue......

I think in here someplace is the overall issue...

Before bikes there were a lot of people on MUPs, most well behaved, some clueless, and others down right jerks.... All that said we all fell under...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-19-19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 14,498
Posted By PoorBob

My personal view is that in the end we are all...

My personal view is that in the end we are all out on MUP as a part of the comm***ty at large, in that comm***ty we all have to give and take. Yes the parent is responsible for the child, but no...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-18-19, 07:42 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 14,498
Posted By PoorBob

Looks like the fire has died down, time to toss a...

Looks like the fire has died down, time to toss a log on it.


Tonight while on a post diner ride on a local MUP I was over taken by a large peloton. Easily going 20+ MPH with 12 plus riders.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-18-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 18,953
Posted By PoorBob

The questions becomes in the grey fog, is an E...

The questions becomes in the grey fog, is an E bike a motorized vehicle?

For now most would not apply, but I am sure over time this will be revisited.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-15-19, 02:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,778
Posted By PoorBob

A. my jersey is always a "more" vis color, I stay...

A. my jersey is always a "more" vis color, I stay away from colors that blend in IE Black.
B. head and tail light. I notice the strobe on the front gets a lot of looks from cars at intersections. I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-15-19, 01:59 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 18,953
Posted By PoorBob

Ive been noticing this in my area as well. ...

Ive been noticing this in my area as well.

Seems every week there are more and more E mountain bikes on the MUP and with them the typical bad MUP behavior, now just magnified by instant...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-18-19, 07:52 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 14,498
Posted By PoorBob

MUP Etiquette

Time for my annual rant.


MUPs Segment Seekers etc. Dogs off the leash, kids off the leash (joking) 4 wide walkers, people with headphones zig zagging all are annoying.... (and so is the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-19, 07:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

Much appreciated!

Much appreciated!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-19, 06:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

Finally got back to the bike. So this is...

Finally got back to the bike.


So this is what the BB has on it that I pulled.


RPM

BB-7420
BC 1.37 x 24T
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-19, 07:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

Sorry crew, it dawned on me last night I should...

Sorry crew, it dawned on me last night I should have removed the BB and compared the two and posted pics.


Long day........
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-19, 07:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/900x921/bb_2_ced7bec7ebf1979ec426a1b2997209b8d1063c25.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,095
Posted By PoorBob

It is also nice to find there is an actual issue...

It is also nice to find there is an actual issue and its not between the ears.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-18, 05:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,095
Posted By PoorBob

Thanks everybody for the input. I followed...

Thanks everybody for the input.

I followed some of the pointers and narrowed it down to actually being a rear hub issue.

After finding more metal around the base of the cassette I ran back to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-18, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,095
Posted By PoorBob

That would be pretty darn bad! Luckily the...

That would be pretty darn bad! Luckily the binding does not occur on my spare bike!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,095
Posted By PoorBob

Thanks all for the quick replies. Speeds......

Thanks all for the quick replies.

Speeds... Its now an 11-32 x2

Looking for the metal its accumulating on the back of the derailleur, and right at the bottom of the seat stay.

Double...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-18, 12:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,095
Posted By PoorBob

Head Scratcher

Got a odd one.


running 105 group set with a 34t rear cassette. Upgraded at a shop to that large cassette and a long arm rear derailure. Before this I was having some gremlins with this bike....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-07-18, 09:14 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 20,431
Posted By PoorBob

What do you yell at cyclist that are being unsafe?

What do you yell at cyclist that are being unsafe?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-07-18, 06:16 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 20,431
Posted By PoorBob

MUPs? More like MIP, Multiple Ignorant People is...

MUPs? More like MIP, Multiple Ignorant People is what you are likely to come across.

Every time I use the MUPs around the city I am going to see all of the following.

1.. People walking 3-4...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-18, 12:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

All, thanks for the replies. This has...

All,

thanks for the replies.

This has given me enough information to make the next step. Once I get into the actual swap I will be sure to post back with more questions.

And I am sorry,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-18, 09:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

Thanks for the help. I will have to get a...

Thanks for the help.

I will have to get a better look once I can get back out to the bike... Work work work the next few days.

The Caad came with a Shimano 2300 crankset and shifters. All of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-18, 08:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

Its a 2014 Cannondal Caad8 I didnt tear into...

Its a 2014 Cannondal Caad8

I didnt tear into the BB yet. I wanted to ensure I could swap out BBs and cranks before I had it apart. I could not see any numbers on the OEM BB
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,629
Posted By PoorBob

Updating an old spare bike.. BB questions

For no other reason then it was my first bike I am upgrading the old back up bike.

Nothing major, but when it comes to the BB I am sorta lost.


Per manu specs it has a Tange Cartridge..
...
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