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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-07-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 102
Posted By Ryan_M

Look, a broomstick!

This was a quick hack for a tool I needed. Nothing special but haven't seen something like this or maybe there's a better way to do it? It's actually a broomstick, cut off ~30cm. It was nearly the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-07-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 393
Posted By Ryan_M

I have a down country bike, I have M8120 + 180mm...

I have a down country bike, I have M8120 + 180mm Centerlines up front and M8100 + 160mm Centerlines in the rear. Breaking is solid and feels very balanced F/R. I had a similar bike with M6000 brakes...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-07-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,062
Posted By Ryan_M

So I recently built a MTB (fits into the...

So I recently built a MTB (fits into the downcountry slot) and wasn't sure about size. It was my first proper MTB so didn't have experience to rely on, picked a large frame based on other's heights &...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-07-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 938
Posted By Ryan_M

I don't use any POIs or change navigation during...

I don't use any POIs or change navigation during the ride. I draw the route in Garmin Connect and dump it to both devices, both devices also have the same OSM map. The 1030 will send you in the wrong...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,108
Posted By Ryan_M

Can confirm. My DT 350's with the 18t ratchet are...

Can confirm. My DT 350's with the 18t ratchet are completely silent. My 2 DT 240's with the 36t ratchet are completely offensive, though they are useful on the trails so people can hear me coming...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-03-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 938
Posted By Ryan_M

I have a 530 and 1030 and they are awesome at...

I have a 530 and 1030 and they are awesome at capturing all the ride data... as far as navigation goes though they both suck but the 530 is clearly the superior unit. I recently had a conversation...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 466
Posted By Ryan_M

I'm not sure how I feel about it. I built a road...

I'm not sure how I feel about it. I built a road bike that has a fully integrated handlebar. I have to admit it was a bit of a b***h routing the cables until I came up with a better way to do it. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 12:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 215
Posted By Ryan_M

Valid question but no chance its out, I triple...

Valid question but no chance its out, I triple checked that. The digital calipers are no name China somethings, but the dial calipers are Mitutoyo and Starett, they all agree. As suggested I'll email...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 12:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 215
Posted By Ryan_M

Yeah I had to count it a few times to be...

Yeah I had to count it a few times to be convinced. You can see a recessed portion so only 8 of the 12 notches would engage. Seems like a stupid decision but probably the marketing department trumped...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 215
Posted By Ryan_M

Praxis M30 BB Tool check

Yay another BB tool! My fat bike has a Praxis M30 BB, looks to be identical to this one (https://www.fairwheelbikes.com/praxis-m30-thru-bottom-brackets.html?id=63605442). In that ad, they have a link...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,325
Posted By Ryan_M

Oddly both were from the same seller. Ordered the...

Oddly both were from the same seller. Ordered the first (authentic chain) about 4 monthas ago and all was good. I wanted a spare so hit re-order, and no bueno. Seems they're not immune to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,018
Posted By Ryan_M

Through axle is a better system. It's more rigid,...

Through axle is a better system. It's more rigid, more reliable, more future proof, and helps maintain alignment when removing and putting the wheels back in. The later helps with docs because there...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,018
Posted By Ryan_M

If you're looking I think I'd avoid QR,...

If you're looking I think I'd avoid QR, especially with disc. I'd go with the bigger wheels. Also for a bike you ride mostly on pavement, you sure a 1x transmission is going to be good for you? For a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,324
Posted By Ryan_M

Oh here we go... <grabs popcorn>

Oh here we go...
<grabs popcorn>
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,325
Posted By Ryan_M

It wasn't a very convincing copy. ...

It wasn't a very convincing copy.
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,325
Posted By Ryan_M

Of course I jinxed myself and just got a...

Of course I jinxed myself and just got a counterfeit chain off Ali. Luckily they're pretty heavy handed about fakes so dealt with quickly... still need to get a spare chain though
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 538
Posted By Ryan_M

That seems totally backwards, are you sure he...

That seems totally backwards, are you sure he didn't say DON'T charge it from a PC? A PC could be worst case scenario since they can meter and reduce the USB port current draw. Li-ion batteries...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-24-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 693
Posted By Ryan_M

After all taxes and shipping, etc., it was just...

After all taxes and shipping, etc., it was just under $5k CAD.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,080
Posted By Ryan_M

Crank removal ideas?

The bike is a 2018 Giant Anthem 3, a used bike the GF bought. The crank is a Praxis, the drive side looks like a typical HT2 but the NDS doesn't, maybe something like an octalink? The round center...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 12:04 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,325
Posted By Ryan_M

I don't know what this means.

I don't know what this means.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 21,325
Posted By Ryan_M

Those are the dice we roll buying from online...

Those are the dice we roll buying from online sources. I'm lucky that I havent recived a conterfeit (that I'm able to discern) yet.... I imagine it will happen someday, but the money saved so far...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-31-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 443
Posted By Ryan_M

I took it on the maiden vogage today and I'm...

I took it on the maiden vogage today and I'm ecstatic about how it feels!! Need to tweak the cockpit a bit and either a tad more pressure or a token in the rear shock to stiffen it up a touch. @$$...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-31-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 443
Posted By Ryan_M

Specs: Frame: HongFu FM-138 Fork: Sid...

Specs:
Frame: HongFu FM-138
Fork: Sid Ultimate
Shock: Sidluxe Ultimate

Hubs: DT240 EXP
Spokes: Pillar 1420
Rims: Lightcarbon UAD935-XC 30mm I.D.(This wheelset is 1350g)
Tires: Vittoria Barzo...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-31-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 760
Posted By Ryan_M

I've personally never dealt with Trifox but from...

I've personally never dealt with Trifox but from what I've read they seem to typically have issues with fit and finish, and aren't responsive to the customer. Again, only what I've read. I just...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-28-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 443
Posted By Ryan_M

Nbd!

New build ready for some dirt!


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Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 78,308
Posted By Ryan_M

If the bike is wet due to mud I'm addressing it....

If the bike is wet due to mud I'm addressing it. I like my bikes so I like to take care of them. Yes the chain will go in the wax but that's like 37 seconds of my time to deal with. Cleaning the rest...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,664
Posted By Ryan_M

Use the Muc-Off for parcels!

Use the Muc-Off for parcels!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,664
Posted By Ryan_M

Just a heads up... it's not the stretchiest stuff...

Just a heads up... it's not the stretchiest stuff so is a little hard on the hands keeping tension on it while wrapping, then rubbing out air bubbles, but it's not that big of a deal. For the price...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,664
Posted By Ryan_M

https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/cantech-multi-p...

https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/cantech-multi-purpose-heavy-duty-fiberglass-filament-strapping-tape-white-24-mm-x-50-m-0676093p.0676093.html#store=126

I use 2 wraps .
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,664
Posted By Ryan_M

Gotta agree. I use generic strapping tape that...

Gotta agree. I use generic strapping tape that cost me $6.99CAD for a 50m roll. It's worked perfectly fine.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,507
Posted By Ryan_M

Lots of great wheels from across the pond. I have...

Lots of great wheels from across the pond. I have a 45mm set of iCAN wheels (disc) that were $700USD for the set IIRC. I can't find anything to fault them on.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 78,308
Posted By Ryan_M

Don't over think this. Waxing has some positive...

Don't over think this. Waxing has some positive points but oiling is still a perfectly valid choice. Which is better is for you to decide based on your own requirements.

Wax has some displacing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,489
Posted By Ryan_M

Wow. Yeah I just flip the wheel over in the...

Wow. Yeah I just flip the wheel over in the truing stand. Never used, nor seen a use for a dishing gauge.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,804
Posted By Ryan_M

I think you're theorizing about fixing a problem...

I think you're theorizing about fixing a problem that doesn't exist. Realistically what's it take to drop a chain.... 10 seconds tops if gravity doesn't take over getting the chain through the RD?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,804
Posted By Ryan_M

I use (mostly 11s) SRAM, KMC, and Shimano chains....

I use (mostly 11s) SRAM, KMC, and Shimano chains. I haven't noticed much, if any, difference in the quick links. I use the exact same discrimination process as you as to 'go/no-go'. TBH unless I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,804
Posted By Ryan_M

As others have mentioned, your comparison is...

As others have mentioned, your comparison is incomplete. You left out cleaning the drivetrain.

When I used to use oil, this was my procedure:
- remove chain
- remove rear wheel and remove...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 5,115
Posted By Ryan_M

Interesting read! I use whatever off-brand...

Interesting read! I use whatever off-brand stick-em-on patches if it's a small hole while I'm out on a ride. I do carry a spare tube but if a patch gets me home then I still have the tube if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,804
Posted By Ryan_M

This matches what I've heard. It's nowhere near...

This matches what I've heard. It's nowhere near as good as an immersive waxing, and needs to be left overnight for the solvents to fully evaporate.... again so I've heard. Immersive waxing is easy...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-06-24, 09:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By Ryan_M

Can't figure out RS shock mounting hardware

I bought a used Sidluxe shock for a build I'm doing that came with the mointing hardware installed, not the right size for my frame but not really the point here. I'm trying to figure out exactly how...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,804
Posted By Ryan_M

This could be. As long as the riding conditions...

This could be. As long as the riding conditions aren't horrible I get 200-300km easy before the chain sounds like it needs a refresh, and I'm a princess about it. I use standard paraffin with teflon...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 78,308
Posted By Ryan_M

I've heard it's for legal reasons more than once....

I've heard it's for legal reasons more than once. I think that if the link got loose enough that I could put it together or take it apart with hand force, then I'd replace it. However that hasn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,489
Posted By Ryan_M

Well, unless they came back to you and told you...

Well, unless they came back to you and told you your rim is #%^ and that's as good as you're going to get. But for a new, quality rim I'd be asking questions too. The more I learn, the more I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 01:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,489
Posted By Ryan_M

Heh, I threw in the RMS for a bit of a joke but...

Heh, I threw in the RMS for a bit of a joke but it actually doesn't seem like a bad idea. I always assumed p-p was implied until I saw so many people talking +/-. Thanks for the input!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 01:17 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,516
Posted By Ryan_M

Yeah, just you've been vocal about me doing it...

Yeah, just you've been vocal about me doing it wrong, yet you've been ambiguous about what you build to. You've pointed out I have a problem. You stated to aim for 10% deviation on spoke tension but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 12:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,489
Posted By Ryan_M

What's the actual poop on wheel building tolerance?

I've got a couple threads going on wheel building but wanted to talk about this specifically. The more I look into this, the more I really don't know. I've read that 1mm radial and 0.5mm lateral is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-24, 11:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 571
Posted By Ryan_M

Fully agree with you, a 7.6% built in possible...

Fully agree with you, a 7.6% built in possible error in the tensionometer is not trustworthy. Mine was too touchy, and was picking up the not quite straight spoke if I measured to close to the cross....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 02:48 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,516
Posted By Ryan_M

No you didn't. 10% is a pretty loose spec. What...

No you didn't. 10% is a pretty loose spec. What about lateral and radial true?
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,516
Posted By Ryan_M

I am not offended. And I wouldn't keep asking if...

I am not offended. And I wouldn't keep asking if I didn't want to hear what you have to say. However, I don't view this as me asking for help, but more about wanting to hear you point of view on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 01:25 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,516
Posted By Ryan_M

Part of the problem? Is there a problem I missed?...

Part of the problem? Is there a problem I missed? Not sure what you're referring to. I'm pretty happy with how things are progressing despite the alternative method. What specs do you consider...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,516
Posted By Ryan_M

I wasn't really taught. Only going by what I've...

I wasn't really taught. Only going by what I've gleaned off the internet, and by helpful people like yourself.... of course some trial and error too!


No, no it isn't. The first two wheel sets I...
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