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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-19, 01:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 16,293
Posted By rsilvers

I did verify that DeSlackinators work on Code-R,...

I did verify that DeSlackinators work on Code-R, so that solves the slack issue:

Deslackinators? for SRAMŽ Guide and Code-R Brakes ? Matter-Replicator...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-18, 01:29 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 38,916
Posted By rsilvers

Coefficient of drag is not the same as drag. A 1...

Coefficient of drag is not the same as drag. A 1 cm sphere and a 1 meter sphere have the same drag coefficient, but the 1 meter sphere has 10,000 times as much drag. This is because drag is cD*A. A...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-17, 08:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,435
Posted By rsilvers

I 3D print my spacers. As for 0.5mm - that...

I 3D print my spacers.

As for 0.5mm - that is 0.020" - machine shops can easily work to 20x more precise. 100x with a grinder.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-17, 06:36 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

Yes, it would be allowed to be sold. Yes I would...

Yes, it would be allowed to be sold. Yes I would want one. You could cut what it was locked to. Or cut the chain. Or cut the frame.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-17, 08:30 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

With most brands of chain that is true, but as...

With most brands of chain that is true, but as far as I know, no one has cut Pewag 12mm chain with bolt-cutters.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-17, 08:15 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

Great. The chain was obviously designed in metric...

Great. The chain was obviously designed in metric after I measured it. I also have a right fit with my Abloy.

Thank you for making this video. It was one that was needed to exist. I am not sure...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-17, 05:06 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

It barely goes through. So they are both 10mm. It...

It barely goes through. So they are both 10mm. It would be nice if the dealer had measurements on their listing, but they don't even list the native metric wire thickness.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-17, 07:25 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

I made up some security chains and wanted to post...

I made up some security chains and wanted to post some photos.

The gold-colored ones are 5/8 Grade-70 transport chain. It is inexpensive as you can get 25 feet for $54 and cut it up. A 6-foot...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-17, 06:48 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

Note that the Protec2 cylinder is an extra cost...

Note that the Protec2 cylinder is an extra cost option. You don't need it as no one has picked regular Protec either, but it is interesting just to have the latest.

This was mine, so find...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-17, 04:29 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 27,349
Posted By rsilvers

I vote Abloy 362 and Pewag 12mm chain. They are...

I vote Abloy 362 and Pewag 12mm chain. They are giving the locks away from the UK now due to the exchange rate. I just got one for $133 delivered. I wish they had it in black though - I am not a fan...
Forum: Commuting
07-03-17, 11:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,091
Posted By rsilvers

I called Westtech and asked if they ever tried to...

I called Westtech and asked if they ever tried to cut the 7mm Pewag with bolt cutters. He said yes, and that they were able to cut it with 48 inch floor-mounted bolt cutter. I am not sure if that...
Forum: Southeast
07-02-17, 10:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,072
Posted By rsilvers

What did you end up doing? I have some 7/16 of...

What did you end up doing? I have some 7/16 of that chain on order, but for my Thule X2 Pro rack I was thinking using the 1/4" size.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-02-17, 10:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,925
Posted By rsilvers

Was it a Viro brand chain or some ordinary chain?

Was it a Viro brand chain or some ordinary chain?
Forum: Commuting
07-02-17, 06:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,091
Posted By rsilvers

What length did you get, and what length would...

What length did you get, and what length would you get if you were ordering now?
Forum: Commuting
07-02-17, 06:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,091
Posted By rsilvers

Agreed that one cannot be expected to carry 10...

Agreed that one cannot be expected to carry 10 lbs of chain around (unless you are using a motorcycle with a saddle bag). I am going to order some of the Pewag 9/32" (1/4") Square Security Chain...
Forum: Commuting
07-01-17, 09:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,091
Posted By rsilvers

I have also concluded that the same chains are...

I have also concluded that the same chains are best (12mm version). But.. I don't get the logic of "I am only eating for an hour or so so I can use the chain that can be cut by bolt cutters, but if I...
Forum: Commuting
06-30-17, 07:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 33,355
Posted By rsilvers

Plus you must get one lock per bike. You can't...

Plus you must get one lock per bike. You can't use the lock on another bike and get their insurance. Just buy an ABUS - they are lighter for the same protection, and no fake insurance to string you...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-16, 06:23 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 40,207
Posted By rsilvers

My rear fat tire was making a noise as it rolled...

My rear fat tire was making a noise as it rolled on dirt that was dependent on the part of the tire on the ground. I opened it up, and half the tube was was stuck to the tire. So I removed it, cover...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-20-16, 06:56 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,038
Posted By rsilvers

It is impossible. GPS is +- 10 feet at best when...

It is impossible. GPS is +- 10 feet at best when it is working optimally.

Garmin 520 with 1-second recording interval and GPS+GLONASS.

This 25.9 mile ride at 7.6 mph average (with a Garmin...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-16, 06:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 20,038
Posted By rsilvers

I decided I needed the speed sensor for trail...

I decided I needed the speed sensor for trail riding MTB because there is no way that the GPS can track the tight turns. Also, when you climb and descend over a small hill, the GPS will only see the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-10-16, 05:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,318
Posted By rsilvers

You should not need to, since it will only use...

You should not need to, since it will only use the sensor and auto-calibration on the bike with the speed sensor that it was calibrated with.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-10-16, 05:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,318
Posted By rsilvers

I went out to calibrate my Garmin speed sensor....

I went out to calibrate my Garmin speed sensor. First I used a tape measure and carefully measured four complete wheel rotations with my weight on the bike. I got 2277mm circumference. Then I tried...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-06-16, 06:38 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 82,257
Posted By rsilvers

I just took out my 1996 Merlin with XT V-brakes. ...

I just took out my 1996 Merlin with XT V-brakes. The brakes were fantastic in dry weather - better than the cheap mechanical disk brakes I tried. I normally ride a Giant Trance X 29er 0 with XT...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-16, 05:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 115,797
Posted By rsilvers

But cars use larger bearings and operate in the...

But cars use larger bearings and operate in the same temperature ranges, so the DN speed factor for both is in the same rage - 0-75000. Bearing size is chosen by engineers to try to be in this range....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-16, 05:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 115,797
Posted By rsilvers

"White lithium" does not have anything to do with...

"White lithium" does not have anything to do with the consistency. If you buy white lithium with an NLGI rating of 2, then it is wheel bearing grease and the same consistency as any other NLGI #2...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-25-16, 05:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,755
Posted By rsilvers

NLGI ratings define grease consistency. #2 is...

NLGI ratings define grease consistency. #2 is standard for wheel bearings in both cars and bikes.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-16, 10:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,127
Posted By rsilvers

45 grams lighter than 6-bolt. Also self-centering...

45 grams lighter than 6-bolt. Also self-centering whereas 6-bolt you may have to manually center them. Also looks better.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-16, 04:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 10,055
Posted By rsilvers

Whoa. I have a vague memory of hearing Presta...

Whoa. I have a vague memory of hearing Presta valves being called that, but not since the 1970s. It is like hearing Mr Burns say "Victrola."

You say "Not a big deal" as if Presta is less...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-16, 08:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,629
Posted By rsilvers

Yahoo groups? What is this, 2009?

Yahoo groups? What is this, 2009?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-15, 01:00 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,901
Posted By rsilvers

Only 23mm is in stock.

Only 23mm is in stock.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-15, 07:13 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,901
Posted By rsilvers

From the rim edge to the top of the tire they are...

From the rim edge to the top of the tire they are about 28.4mm on my C24.

The width at 80 psi is 28.44mm with no pressure on the calipers. A little bit of pressure on the calipers makes them more...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-15, 03:43 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,901
Posted By rsilvers

28mm tubeless from StarBike. Took seven days to...

28mm tubeless from StarBike. Took seven days to the USA.


Was able to get it on but had to use some soapy water to stretch the last bit over the wheel without using a tire lever. It inflated with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-15, 04:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,904
Posted By rsilvers

Yeah, right. I will get right on that - asking...

Yeah, right. I will get right on that - asking her to prove her claims.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-15, 08:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,904
Posted By rsilvers

That is asking for a huge bill. A woman I rode...

That is asking for a huge bill. A woman I rode with dropped off her bike to have new cables put on it, and a tune-up, and it was like $600 in repairs. He is much better off buying a bike that does...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-15, 08:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,904
Posted By rsilvers

I have a top tier vintage bike from 1988 and it...

I have a top tier vintage bike from 1988 and it is 7 speed and doesn't have shifters on the brakes.

I would buy a used bike but not a vintage one. Buy a bike that was $1500 USD new 2-3 years ago...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-15, 08:48 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,369
Posted By rsilvers

I have been using MTB shoes on road bike up until...

I have been using MTB shoes on road bike up until now because I wanted to be able to walk more easily. I changed to road pedals and shoes with my new bike just to get the full road experience and...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 07:50 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

My original point was that I would not pay extra...

My original point was that I would not pay extra for carbon unless it was significantly lighter than aluminum (there are a number of lower-end heavy-carbon bikes out there).
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 07:37 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

I was simply giving an example that is easier to...

I was simply giving an example that is easier to agree on. Are you saying that that is not a concern?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 07:21 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

You don't fear unknown unbranded carbon wheels...

You don't fear unknown unbranded carbon wheels exploding on a 30+ mph downhill?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 07:14 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/07/27/sports/cycling/a...

http://www.nytimes.com/2014/07/27/sports/cycling/as-technology-makes-bicycles-lighter-and-faster-it8217s-the-cyclists-falling-harder.html?_r=0
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 07:08 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

Thank you. I knew you would see it my way. My...

Thank you. I knew you would see it my way. My main bike is carbon but I think my Merlin or Lightspeed would hold up better in a crash.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 07:07 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

No, no damage at all.

No, no damage at all.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 06:59 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

Doing testing and having carbon tubes crack where...

Doing testing and having carbon tubes crack where aluminum tubes did not. But agreed that is not the same as testing actual real bike parts as bike companies do.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 06:54 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

Yes, I have seen people selling repaired CF bikes...

Yes, I have seen people selling repaired CF bikes on eBay. I have never done layup myself.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 06:36 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

I am surprised that is even controversial a...

I am surprised that is even controversial a controversial statement. If you crash CF, you have a much better chance of needing to throw away the frame than if it were any kind of metal frame. It...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 05:43 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 13,711
Posted By rsilvers

True. UCI should lower the limit to 12-13 lbs due...

True. UCI should lower the limit to 12-13 lbs due to how such bikes are possible to be safe now if built correctly using the latest advances in carbon fiber.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 05:14 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,091
Posted By rsilvers

Carbon fiber has liabilities (cracking), so it is...

Carbon fiber has liabilities (cracking), so it is better to have aluminum unless the carbon is a few lbs lighter (like at least 1 kg lighter).

A CAAD aluminum frame with no fork is about 1100...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 05:07 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 13,711
Posted By rsilvers

Using the same tooling would not mean the same...

Using the same tooling would not mean the same product if they used lower modulus CF or didn't orient the directions correctly. But on the other hand, I think there is a significant chance it would...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 02:28 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,901
Posted By rsilvers

Re-reading all of my sources - it seems like they...

Re-reading all of my sources - it seems like they didn't draw a distinction to know where the air was leaking from. It could be the bead fit.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-15, 01:46 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 13,901
Posted By rsilvers

I ordered some less than hours ago, and they are...

I ordered some less than hours ago, and they are already "dispatched" (that is what UK English is when they mean "sent.")

Total sum for two 28mm, including shipping to USA, was 124.20 Euros. That...
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