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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-22, 05:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 575
Posted By imobilinpedalus

The bike in question i am building is NOT for me....

The bike in question i am building is NOT for me. I want to complete this bike and make it as attractive as possible, targeting the majority of the riders out there resulting in the highest...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 575
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Ok, let`s say the rider is an amateur at best but...

Ok, let`s say the rider is an amateur at best but is an active - non competitive - 5 day a week roadbike cyclist and wants a cassette that covers as much "range" as possible.
The cassette that will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-22, 12:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 575
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Cs 123456789 rd

Hello folks,

Trying to get my bearings right and so i want to understand a little bit more about cassette sizes (T) What i have in mind right now is road bikes. What is a typical set up here?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 320
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Trek Top Fuel rear swing compatibility

Will a Trek Top Fuel rear swing be compatible with all Trek Top Fuel series bikes or this not the case?

Are they all interchangeable/compatible, Top Fuel 90, the later Top Fuel versions and so on?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-20, 08:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,490
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Would it help if i gave you the FD XT model...

Would it help if i gave you the FD XT model number ? Your fellow beardman.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-20, 07:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,490
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Thanks for clearing that up for me. The Shimano...

Thanks for clearing that up for me. The Shimano compatibility chart was not helpful in this matter so i had to ask here (or maybe i`m just dumb)

Sorry for not making it clear. My Sora shifters are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,490
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Shimano Sora 9 speed shifter compatibility

Hey all ! Just need some help to figure out if my 9 speed Sora flatbar shifters are compatible with Shimano XT 9 speed derailleurs. The Sora shifters are 3500 series. Thanks !
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 348
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Shipping Vintage Wildgrippers

Preese derete
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-19, 08:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,968
Posted By imobilinpedalus

No sign of any stamps on the inside unfortunately.

No sign of any stamps on the inside unfortunately.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-19, 05:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,968
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Older Michelin tires, production date?

I just took out an old pair of Michelin tires from my storage and thinking about selling them on a local marketplace. I think they are called wildgrippers but i`m not sure. Is the code on the first...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-18, 12:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 828
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I`ve noticed on road and CX bikes the front...

I`ve noticed on road and CX bikes the front derailleur housing has some type of adjustement link. I have one on my CX close to the handlebar but i never got it to work so it seems like a proper waste...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-18, 11:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 14,405
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Until you break them in.

Until you break them in.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-18, 01:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 828
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I really don`t know. I`ve never looked into this...

I really don`t know. I`ve never looked into this particular stuff before so please excuse my ignorance. I`m looking for something
good quality and lightweight. In other words some type of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-18, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 828
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Su casa - Mi casa

Looking at wrapping up a "weightweenie" project i am working on and the final thing on my list is cable housing for the brakes & shifters.
I`ve found a couple items of interest but i don`t have any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-18, 01:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I saw a bike mechanic today and presented him...

I saw a bike mechanic today and presented him with the two screws. To my eyes the threads looked worn but he assured me they were still good. I soaked both screws with Loctite #243...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-18, 09:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Hmm, I didn`t know that was a thing. I`ve never...

Hmm, I didn`t know that was a thing. I`ve never removed them from the FD so cross threading is out of the question. I have a keen eye for that type of thing. Not sure what you`re saying here. "could...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-18, 09:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I could have replaced the cable once or twice,...

I could have replaced the cable once or twice, probably did since cables are prone to splitting up at the ends. The housings not so much. Those are the orignial ones. I`m not sure i follow you on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 02:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

The high limit screw is a little too loose,...

The high limit screw is a little too loose, that`s it. I`ll treat them both to some gunk. Thanks for your personal insight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 01:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

If that was the case i would have known about it....

If that was the case i would have known about it. Right now i`ve adjusted the high? limit screw so that the chain rails on to the big chain disc after a short revolution of the pedals. Probably...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 01:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Gee, everything i do seems to be wrong. I am...

Gee, everything i do seems to be wrong. I am familiar with the two limiting screws and am happy to say i know how to tweak them just right but that wasn`t always the case.

I solely adjust the two...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 04:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Noted.

Noted.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 04:49 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I didn`t know a small tough screw like that could...

I didn`t know a small tough screw like that could wear out...or on the derailleur itself. Not like i turn them every day of the week, just on the odd occasion. The problem is mostly with the FD.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 03:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,466
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Derailleur High/Low screws

After a couple years worth of riding my Sram Apex RD/FD and one too many adjustments, i suspect the limiting screws no longer stand up to the vibrations from riding. What do i treat them with to make...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-18, 03:06 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Not that long ago (but for a long time) i used to...

Not that long ago (but for a long time) i used to ride around on a 36T cassette. The cage did extend the chain to the largest cog, but not without difficulties. Troubleshooting led nowhere so i just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-18, 02:33 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digression

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digression
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-18, 12:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I disagree.

I disagree.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-18, 01:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Hep, i`m not ashamed to ask several times and...

Hep, i`m not ashamed to ask several times and compare all the answers looking for any anomalies. Call it a doublecheck if you will.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-18, 01:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

No, you`re getting through to me here. Just have...

No, you`re getting through to me here. Just have to recalibrate my old knowledge which is not done in a heartbeat. Let`s just say it`s a work in progress. I`m a very detailed type of guy, so i crave...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-18, 07:38 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

So would it at all matter if i went with the 6700...

So would it at all matter if i went with the 6700 SS derailleur instead of the GS one? I mean what does the length of the cage actually provide? There has to be something i`m missing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-18, 07:36 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Ah, nice piece of info there. Shoot, that`s a...

Ah, nice piece of info there. Shoot, that`s a close call. I have a new 6700 GS in transit so will find out soon enough. I actually got the 10 speed R460 shifters in the mail today. Looks nice, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-18, 07:25 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,542
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Not so fast. If a whole chain made up of missing...

Not so fast. If a whole chain made up of missing links weighs considerably less than a steel one, well then i say let the games begin ! I am still on the lookout for a lightweight chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-18, 03:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Took me a good long time to figure this one out....

Took me a good long time to figure this one out. I talked to a bike guy and he told me the only time you really need an actual long cage is when you have a triple crankset. Maybe this is what you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-18, 03:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 464
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Carbon clincher 700c wheelset

I am looking around for a good quality carbon wheelset. The previous ones were all aluminum, now though i find myself in the market for carbon (first time ever)
My main objective is putting a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 04:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,542
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I do have some experience using the missing link,...

I do have some experience using the missing link, but that`s from years ago. There is a reason why i quit using them and moved on to pin bolts. I remember having issues with the chain when using the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I have noted that Shimano only makes short and...

I have noted that Shimano only makes short and mid cage Ultegra RDs, so in short i am using the term long and short for the sake of simplicity (like others do)
I was looking at the Shimano chart...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 12:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,542
Posted By imobilinpedalus

So does this: ...

So does this:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pYrK7DOkCk
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 11:34 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Say, why are both the "SS" and "GS" RD versions...

Say, why are both the "SS" and "GS" RD versions rated up to 30T capacity??? You`d be excused for thinking the longer cage had a larger cog capacity than the shorter cage (SS) one.

Also, when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 11:17 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,542
Posted By imobilinpedalus

The hollow KMC pins was NOT the deciding factor...

The hollow KMC pins was NOT the deciding factor for me. I`ve been using Shimano (XT) chains for years and wanted to try something new. The choice stood between Sram and KMC. I bought the KMC chain in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 08:08 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,542
Posted By imobilinpedalus

That`s deep. Very deep indeed.

That`s deep. Very deep indeed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 07:08 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I don`t have "road" shifters. I have a road bike...

I don`t have "road" shifters. I have a road bike with flat bar shifters (mtb style shifters specially designed for road bikes)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 06:49 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Sorry forgot to say. This is a 10 speed thing, no...

Sorry forgot to say. This is a 10 speed thing, no nine ways about it. Wait what...? Noh..noh...i have flat bars (SL-R460) and from my understanding these are compatible with the 6700 series. They...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 05:32 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,542
Posted By imobilinpedalus

KMC chains

I just bought a 10 speed "non directional" chain from KMC. This chain has hollow pins. What i failed to register was the fact that this chain did not come with a standard pin for bolting it together....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-18, 04:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Oh just some road bike i`m working on. I`m...

Oh just some road bike i`m working on. I`m thinking of mating the 6700 long cage with a 34T cassette (50/34) and hoping it will work out.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-18, 05:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,058
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Ultegra 6700 RD

Need some input from someone who knows their ABCs. I get confused from all the variables i am seeing. I know what a SS and a GS is (short/long cage) but when all these different numbers show up i get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-18, 04:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,937
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Anyone know if these parts can be obtained as...

Anyone know if these parts can be obtained as aftermarket parts ? I don`t have the first clue what these are named.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-18, 02:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I took a closer look at the current brakes...

I took a closer look at the current brakes installed on the bike i am upgrading. They are Axis 1.0 (specialized` own brand) and they read 42mm - 52mm. By their looks i believe these to be short...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-18, 02:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Hmm, interesting stuff fellers. This is what i`m...

Hmm, interesting stuff fellers. This is what i`m here for ! There`s a lot of unwound bicycle knots inside my head from trying to figure things out on my own but not being able to. Friendly pointers...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-18, 01:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By imobilinpedalus

I thought i was here for some friendly pointers ?

I thought i was here for some friendly pointers ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-18, 11:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Nope, not making any sense to me yet..

Nope, not making any sense to me yet..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-18, 11:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,050
Posted By imobilinpedalus

Silly. Makes a guy confused it does. I have...

Silly. Makes a guy confused it does. I have enough worries as it is..
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