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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-24-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 157
Posted By Barry2

Stages Cycling has closed its doors.

It’s being reported that Stages has laid off all staff and closed its doors.

Just a thought, I had their app on my phone & just grabbed both apps on my iPad.
If it’s pulled from the App Store………...
Forum: Northern California
04-24-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 164
Posted By Barry2

My buddies and I are planning to do Concord BART...

My buddies and I are planning to do Concord BART to Sac & return on Caltrain.
The Antioch Bridge does not appeal !

Maybe we can just get a bunch of us and bike 680 to 80.
After all, it’s ok to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,479
Posted By Barry2

OK, fun time over.. After all this is their...

OK, fun time over..

After all this is their first ever post at Bike Forums.


King Friday , Welcome to bike forums (and our sad sense of humor)

When sizing a chain it needs to be long enough...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,479
Posted By Barry2

I don't think it's been mentioned, but your chain...

I don't think it's been mentioned, but your chain is TOO SHORT

THIS (https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-help/chain-length-sizing) is how to size the chain to length. <<clickable link
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 608
Posted By Barry2

ScottCommutes , With modern electronics (Cars,...

ScottCommutes ,
With modern electronics (Cars, bikes, TV,) parasitic drain has become a way of life.
Even if all it's doing is waiting to be woken up or maintaining the time on a clock.
Most...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 276
Posted By Barry2

Don’t forget bottom brackets are defined by...

Don’t forget bottom brackets are defined by Diameter and their Length
Be sure to measure the width of the bare frame.

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 423
Posted By Barry2

Mavic has recently (re)opened a new USA office...

Mavic has recently (re)opened a new USA office and warehouse.
Try mavic support directly. I needed a replacement wheel, nobody had stock, but their US warehouse did.

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 797
Posted By Barry2

BBright. Don’t cheap out, I’d suggest a one...

BBright.

Don’t cheap out, I’d suggest a one piece like Hambini.
I’ve done two R3’ s and when my R5 needs it, it’ll get a Hambini as well.

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,867
Posted By Barry2

Yes, it will still happen. But I’ve heard...

Yes, it will still happen.
But I’ve heard covering your helmet with aluminum foil can reduce the severity.

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,867
Posted By Barry2

It’s likely a speed wobble...

It’s likely a speed wobble (https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=bicycle+speed+wobble)

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,395
Posted By Barry2

Are you sure it's a crack and not a scratch in...

Are you sure it's a crack and not a scratch in the paint?

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,120
Posted By Barry2

If you’re bored and need somethin’ to work on for...

If you’re bored and need somethin’ to work on for a week or two, buy one !

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,498
Posted By Barry2

If you can get to totality, it is well worth the...

If you can get to totality, it is well worth the trouble!

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,151
Posted By Barry2

You are correct... Cycling is about suffering. ...

You are correct... Cycling is about suffering.
I purchased a light bike and made my wallet suffer !

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 815
Posted By Barry2

My hat is off ! I tried not to, and failed. ...

My hat is off !

I tried not to, and failed.
But I did try to tread really gently. :)

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 815
Posted By Barry2

zandoval , I’m IT for a manufacturer of women’s...

zandoval ,
I’m IT for a manufacturer of women’s clothing, but not in El Salvador.
None of our offshore factories work that way, we simply spec a product and contract to purchase the completed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 815
Posted By Barry2

Would it not be the owner of the factory that...

Would it not be the owner of the factory that pays wages and not the customer of the product?
Deep pockets maybe ?

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,151
Posted By Barry2

R5, dirty, but ready to roll

Cervelo R5 (58cm) on Mavic 45 SLR / GP5000 S TR (setup tubeless)
Including, Garmin Rally Pedals, Lights, Cages, Pump, Dynaplug and Garmin Computer.
So, ready to roll!

17lb 4oz
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,311
Posted By Barry2

Found no online support or docs for your helmet....

Found no online support or docs for your helmet. But I do have a question.
can you leave the SD card in the helmet, but plug the helmet into the PC to read the files?

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,060
Posted By Barry2

Self Fusing Silicon Tape...

Self Fusing Silicon Tape (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7KC62D) Great stuff.

Barry

EDIT: Just noticed that the Black in my link is only in a large quantity. There are many others...
Forum: Northern California
03-29-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,210
Posted By Barry2

I find it’s not people being discourteous, they...

I find it’s not people being discourteous, they are oblivious and more than often, apologetic .

I slow and tell them…. “it’s OK, I’ve checked the calendar and it’s not my day to run anyone over”
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,480
Posted By Barry2

If you cycle on the road……. A mirror...

If you cycle on the road……. A mirror (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AO7ETQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1)

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 442
Posted By Barry2

Just to add a little to the above…. That cap...

Just to add a little to the above….

That cap must not be tight. Tightening it with a tool will cause BB bearings wear!
That weak plastic cap does not retain the crank arm, it is there to preload...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 518
Posted By Barry2

Dominover , You caught the derailleur part...

Dominover ,
You caught the derailleur part number in one of your photos!

🙂

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 227
Posted By Barry2

Extra points for Reading Comprehension ! 🙂 ...

Extra points for Reading Comprehension !

🙂

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 06:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 518
Posted By Barry2

Where rear derailleur mechanism attaches to the...

Where rear derailleur mechanism attaches to the bike is called the derailleur hanger.
I can think of three types of hanger.
1 permanent/integral to the frame. These are not replaceable.
2 A...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 409
Posted By Barry2

Just tested my 11sp R8000 Ultegra with it...

Just tested my 11sp R8000 Ultegra with it charging from an under stem port..... It does change gear while charging.

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,099
Posted By Barry2

I changed from 52/36 to 50/34 & from 11-30 to...

I changed from 52/36 to 50/34 & from 11-30 to 11-36

much better !
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 721
Posted By Barry2

If I had you use my Road Bike to fight a Cougar...

If I had you use my Road Bike to fight a Cougar off my buddy, he's not gonna make it!

:)

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,008
Posted By Barry2

When cleaning a bike, IPA is not beer. After...

When cleaning a bike, IPA is not beer.
After riding a bike, IPA is beer.

I hope that clears that up!

Barry

Edit: When working on a bike, IPA becomes beer again!
Before you ask!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,891
Posted By Barry2

What do plan of doing that would warrant changing...

What do plan of doing that would warrant changing them?
They are a hard plastic tube.
If you need to change them, poke a wire through the old one, leaving the wire in the frame slide out the old...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 983
Posted By Barry2

Standards are a great idea, that’s why we have so...

Standards are a great idea, that’s why we have so many of them.

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,008
Posted By Barry2

Not if you really love your bike ! Barry

Not if you really love your bike !

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,008
Posted By Barry2

I just cleaned my carbon Cervelo with IPA prior...

I just cleaned my carbon Cervelo with IPA prior to graphene coating.
No problems at all.

Test yours in a small spot, like under the bottom bracket.

Barry
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
03-13-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 720
Posted By Barry2

Control trainer resistance with HR

I've been testing a IOS App called Breakaway.
It permits you to preset a HR and the App controls the trainer resistance (watts) to maintain the HR you have set.
As you tire HR remains the same...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 826
Posted By Barry2

Guys, The photo is showing the 1/2" hole in the...

Guys,
The photo is showing the 1/2" hole in the top of the BB (shell). The seat tube is then attached over the top of that 1/2" hole in the shell.
If you remove the BB cups, bearings and axle, what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 398
Posted By Barry2

I can’t see any reputable carbon shop repairing a...

I can’t see any reputable carbon shop repairing a steerer/fork !

What brand/model/year is the bike?

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 826
Posted By Barry2

You should be riding more! I don’t see...

You should be riding more!

I don’t see enough rust to worry about.

Barry

nice picture BTW
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 240
Posted By Barry2

The 12sp mechanical (rim) brifters are wired and...

The 12sp mechanical (rim) brifters are wired and not an issue for updates.

The 12sp Hydraulic brifters are capable of both wireless and wired.
When these are wired... no issue for updates
When...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 535
Posted By Barry2

I sleep better knowing they are on my bikes. ...

I sleep better knowing they are on my bikes.
Given Shimano won’t spend a penny it doesn’t feel is necessary, they added them.
Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,450
Posted By Barry2

Hi Bob, Welcome to Bike Forums. There are...

Hi Bob,
Welcome to Bike Forums.

There are so many ways to maintain a chain and people tend to favor their method.
Many a discussion on chain cleaning and lubing can be searched for here on this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 535
Posted By Barry2

Maybe these...

Maybe these...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-03-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 579
Posted By Barry2

In some USA States, AAA...

In some USA States, AAA (https://mwg.aaa.com/automotive/roadside/bicycle-roadside-assistance) membership will get you and you bike home for a mechanical failure.

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,848
Posted By Barry2

Shimano & YBN & WAX on both chains.

It's a small group you're looking for.
Don't expect many pertinent replies.
Including mine! :)

Barry
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,095
Posted By Barry2

I wouldn’t goof with it further until the new...

I wouldn’t goof with it further until the new hanger has been aligned.

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,952
Posted By Barry2

SoSmellyAir , My compressor...

SoSmellyAir ,
My compressor (https://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools-compressors/air-compressors-tanks/2-gallon-135-psi-ultra-quiet-hand-carry-jobsite-air-compressor-64596.html) seems to be sold...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,248
Posted By Barry2

They work just fine for distance and speed. ...

They work just fine for distance and speed.
Especially so if it offers a custom tire diameter and you take the time to calibrate them accurately.

Wired versions have only one battery to maintain....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,952
Posted By Barry2

On the occasions when I need to use a compressor,...

On the occasions when I need to use a compressor, I turn down the pressure regulator to ~80psi.
Then I can connect and leave it connected while I manipulate the tire.

I’ll admit, now I own a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 751
Posted By Barry2

If you need to ride it while waiting on...

If you need to ride it while waiting on tools/parts, just throw it back together.
Where I am tools/parts takes 2-3 days. We don’t know where you are, YMMV.

Barry
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,322
Posted By Barry2

The dimension you refer to is "Stand Over". ...

The dimension you refer to is "Stand Over".

It is very possible to purchase a bike you can Stand Over, yet the bike still be too large for you.
Don't ask me how I know.

I purchased a local...
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