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06-10-16, 05:49 PM
#1076
Your cog is slipping.
You know tire width largely depends on the width of the rim you're putting it on too, right?
06-10-16, 08:15 PM
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I understand about the rim size...I was just asking specifically about diameter. Same rim/same tire pressure, it seems my Conti's just run taller than my other brands. Wasn't sure if the height variance is more about certain brands running larger or actual type of tire/sidewall that has effect on overall diameter.
I remember a bike magazine article explaining how certain tire brands run slightly smaller/larger but can't seem to find it.
Just similar to cycling shoes. Some brands I'm a 42, others I'm a 43.5.
I remember a bike magazine article explaining how certain tire brands run slightly smaller/larger but can't seem to find it.
Just similar to cycling shoes. Some brands I'm a 42, others I'm a 43.5.
06-10-16, 10:05 PM
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Do you need to lube a brand new chain? Or can you ride it fresh outta the packaging?
06-13-16, 09:44 PM
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Anyone have the approximate weight on a All City Nature Boy 853 frame in a 55CM. I cannot seem to find it anywhere and maybe someone knows? Trying to get an approximate build weight for my planned Alfine Di2 cross/road machine.
06-17-16, 02:03 PM
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I need help measuring the tension on a bladed spoke. I'm confused as to the instructions with regards to the instructions. According to Park Tool, "With aero/bladed spokes, position the posts so they rest against the wide, flat side of the spoke."
So is it this way?
Or this?
So is it this way?
Or this?
06-17-16, 02:04 PM
#1084
Your cog is slipping.
The first pic.
06-17-16, 02:29 PM
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Wow - has it been a week already since this was posted? While I am sure just about everybody else here already knows it...that is incorrect
And this is too...
And this is too...
06-17-16, 02:40 PM
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youll never be able to lube a chain as well as how it comes straight out the box from the factory.
06-17-16, 02:56 PM
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06-17-16, 02:58 PM
#1091
Your cog is slipping.
Holy ****...who actually cares about this stuff?
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06-17-16, 03:07 PM
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you need to boil the chain in turpentine an hour to get rid of all the nasty modern grease.
Then boil it again in paraffin and mineral oil
Its also great for preserving the twist of your moustashe
Then boil it again in paraffin and mineral oil
Its also great for preserving the twist of your moustashe
06-17-16, 03:09 PM
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How hard would it be to find a 120mm axle? Would most LBS have those on hand?
Also, how difficult is it to replace an axle by yourself, at home, if you've never attempted it before?
Also, how difficult is it to replace an axle by yourself, at home, if you've never attempted it before?
06-17-16, 03:33 PM
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You can buy the stuff, heat it in a coffee can and soak your chain in it. The longer you let it dry the more durable it becomes. Leave your chain on the workbench for about a year and the stuff will never come off.
I thought about trying it, about rotating two chains, one on the bike and another cleaned, soaked and hung in the garage to cure. Decided I just don't care enough to try.
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06-17-16, 03:42 PM
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Sorry - didn't expect my comment to turn into such a big controversy...
But- if anyone here likexs to live with the "lube" comes on a new chain - its obvious that you do not ride all that hard or far...
have a good nite....
But- if anyone here likexs to live with the "lube" comes on a new chain - its obvious that you do not ride all that hard or far...
have a good nite....
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06-17-16, 04:03 PM
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Your cog is slipping.
Also, an axle for a 120mm-spaced hub will need to be longer than 120mm.
06-17-16, 04:04 PM
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I installed a new chain last week, put no additional lube on it. Did two 30+ mile rides and everything seems absolutely perfect. I know it's no century or anything, but 30 miles is still more than a quick ride around the neighborhood.
06-17-16, 04:08 PM
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I guess I was lying about my own personal experiences and Sheldon is an idiot.
Factory Lube
New chains come pre-lubricated with a grease-type lubricant which has been installed at the factory. This is an excellent lubricant, and has been made to permeate all of the internal interstices in the chain. This factory lube is superior to any lube that you can apply after the fact
New chains come pre-lubricated with a grease-type lubricant which has been installed at the factory. This is an excellent lubricant, and has been made to permeate all of the internal interstices in the chain. This factory lube is superior to any lube that you can apply after the fact
They use the words "LUBE", "Oil", "Lubricating Station" and "To prevent wear" in this video of how bicycle chains are made. They show the chain being 100% submerged in oil.
Looks like we are all dolts.
