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has anyone here had any experience with kenda kriterium endurance tires? if so how did they fair?
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After a years use my stock Continental Tour Ride tires are getting kinda cracked and worn.
Would I feel much of a difference by getting a pair of 28c tires instead of my current 32c?
Would I feel much of a difference by getting a pair of 28c tires instead of my current 32c?
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I think you would. 28mm is my favorite commuting width. Feels fast but adequately comfortable and keeps your wheelset happy and true. 32s feel a bit sluggish, IMO. I am currently riding 35s on my commuter because they were free and they totally suck. Can't wait to wear them out and switch back to 28s.
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I think you would. 28mm is my favorite commuting width. Feels fast but adequately comfortable and keeps your wheelset happy and true. 32s feel a bit sluggish, IMO. I am currently riding 35s on my commuter because they were free and they totally suck. Can't wait to wear them out and switch back to 28s.
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who here uses internally routed TT brake lever/s with bullhorns?? how did you install?
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im tired of running thickslicks on my bike.
are there any other budget friendly tires that are good for skidding and hold up to some abuse?
I don't really want to drop 100 dollars on tires.
I usually run 25c rear and 23 up front.
are there any other budget friendly tires that are good for skidding and hold up to some abuse?
I don't really want to drop 100 dollars on tires.
I usually run 25c rear and 23 up front.
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Thanks man.
I started running a zaffiro up front a couple months ago, definitely like the smaller more racy tire in the front versus a heavy ass thickslick.
I started running a zaffiro up front a couple months ago, definitely like the smaller more racy tire in the front versus a heavy ass thickslick.
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So I've been riding fixed gear for about a year now (46 x 16) and its alright, except where I live is REALLY flat -- so I could use a little more power. Would 48 x 16 give me much of a difference? Or should I upgrade to some racing cranks and go 50 or 52?
I don't skid stop (I know I know ... wuss) so I'm not worried about that -- but should I go down to a 15 or up to 17 for other reasons?
I don't skid stop (I know I know ... wuss) so I'm not worried about that -- but should I go down to a 15 or up to 17 for other reasons?
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It would be a slight difference. If you live in a flat area, I'd say it would be a good choice. Then you can always go down to 48/15 for a bit more.
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So I've been riding fixed gear for about a year now (46 x 16) and its alright, except where I live is REALLY flat -- so I could use a little more power. Would 48 x 16 give me much of a difference? Or should I upgrade to some racing cranks and go 50 or 52?
I don't skid stop (I know I know ... wuss) so I'm not worried about that -- but should I go down to a 15 or up to 17 for other reasons?
I don't skid stop (I know I know ... wuss) so I'm not worried about that -- but should I go down to a 15 or up to 17 for other reasons?
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Does anyone know of a 104 bcd single speed square taper crankset? I have a 110 bcd already and need to run a smaller chainring.
thanks!
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What gearing are you looking for?
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I need to go down to a 32t or 30t. I'm probably going to end up with a mountain triple, run the ring in the middle and take off the other rings.
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You are not going to have much in terms of choice with 104 bcd with a square tapered bb, highest I've found was Alivio
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Thanks, that's what I'm seeing too. Civia makes a single 104, otherwise it's the Alivio, Acera, or SRAM S600 that have detachable rings.
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How much should I list my leader for?
$700? $600? I'm not sure how much this thing is worth anymore.
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$700? $600? I'm not sure how much this thing is worth anymore.
Help me out guise.
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How much should I list my leader for?
$700? $600? I'm not sure how much this thing is worth anymore.
Help me out guise.
Pedalroom link
$700? $600? I'm not sure how much this thing is worth anymore.
Help me out guise.
Pedalroom link
A $700 722 would have phils front and back, omniums, and a wound up.