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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-10, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 684
Posted By peanut_man

I think you maybe missing the point. I'm trying...

I think you maybe missing the point. I'm trying to fix the tick tick tick w/o shelling out $1k. It's annoying and I'm trying to find the cheapest way to fix it on a fair budget.

Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-10, 03:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 684
Posted By peanut_man

Dented rim, Roval Classique Fusee, Specialized Roubaix Pro

Hi,

So I realized after last few rides that the tick-tick-tick feeling when I applies front brake wasn't because of road imperfection. There's a slight dent on the rim. It's extremely...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-09, 07:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 991
Posted By peanut_man

Keep it.

Keep it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-09, 07:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,319
Posted By peanut_man

Tried a few pads, nothing matched my Roubaix's...

Tried a few pads, nothing matched my Roubaix's Ultegras in terms of stopping power. So I got a pair of used Ultegra calipers off ebay and now I'm in braking heaven. Simply awesome.

My tektro...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,255
Posted By peanut_man

Think that was previous version Alias.

Think that was previous version Alias.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,928
Posted By peanut_man

Actually, it sounded as if the flats where the...

Actually, it sounded as if the flats where the cause of the tear on the sidewall. The rims maybe putting a lot of pressure on the tires one they gone flat. If you have a lot of flats, check your...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,509
Posted By peanut_man

Sorry about your accident. Just look forward to...

Sorry about your accident. Just look forward to all the joy you will have in the future w/ that nice bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,041
Posted By peanut_man

+1 to the bike fit. I have to fiddle around my...

+1 to the bike fit. I have to fiddle around my saddle height + angle a while to get it to be comfy. Also I recently swap to Flite saddle and it's got rid of a lot of my hot-spots on the Specialized...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:36 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,139
Posted By peanut_man

Wow, that's definitely a nice bike.

Wow, that's definitely a nice bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,229
Posted By peanut_man

Make mine extra loud plz!

Make mine extra loud plz!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,097
Posted By peanut_man

You got too much cash laying around. You are...

You got too much cash laying around.
You are allergic to aluminum.
You don't like ur bike shiny.
You think CF is just damn sexy.

mmm... that's all I can think of. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-09, 07:31 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 12,187
Posted By peanut_man

I'm sure I'm well below-average for a BFer. I...

I'm sure I'm well below-average for a BFer. I only have 3, used to be 4 but I sold my C'dale Scalpel....

2003 Specialized Enduro -- currently collecting dirt, I need to MTB more. :(
2007 Iron...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-09, 04:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By peanut_man

bump? Still no advice?

bump? Still no advice?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-09, 04:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

So the Tektro calipers are now on ebay. :D ...

So the Tektro calipers are now on ebay. :D

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&item=180363302958
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-09, 10:07 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 346
Posted By peanut_man

Specialized seat post clamp and Selle Italia Flite saddle

Hello,

I just bought a Selle Italia Flite saddle for my Specialized Roubaix. When I'm installing it, I noticed that the rails on the saddle has flat sides. This doesn't seem to match well with...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-09, 06:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

Yup, they were bought used for $50 off ebay. Not...

Yup, they were bought used for $50 off ebay. Not the newest stuff, but good god, it's awesome. I almost burst out in laughter once I adjusted it and took it for a ride around the block. New cable...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-09, 10:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

For comparison, the Ultegra brake has the 2 pivot...

For comparison, the Ultegra brake has the 2 pivot points further apart. The "arms" where cable / housing attached are also longer. I'm assuming these give it more leverage than the Tektro (black on...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-09, 08:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

So, I got a set of used Ultegra brakes off ebay. ...

So, I got a set of used Ultegra brakes off ebay. Actually used set of 105 is only ~$10 cheaper... no contest. Pretty good condition, just some dirt on. Very smooth. It's upgrade time. :thumb:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-09, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By peanut_man

Hmmm... no one ran into this issue?

Hmmm... no one ran into this issue?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-09, 09:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By peanut_man

Specialized seat post clamp and Selle Italia Flite saddle

Hello,

I just bought a Selle Italia Flite saddle for my Specialized Roubaix. When I'm installing it, I noticed that the rails on the saddle has flat sides. This doesn't seem to work well with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-09, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,933
Posted By peanut_man

Actually, I didn't really think about weight...

Actually, I didn't really think about weight saving that much (like what? 3 grams?) I should loose 10lb first. lol.

Originally I was thinking of just bling factor w/ the anodized red and also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-09, 12:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,933
Posted By peanut_man

Yup, ordered up some stainless bolts. Abt 25...

Yup, ordered up some stainless bolts. Abt 25 cents each from boltdepot.com. LOL. However, shipping is like $8. :( So I order a bunch more for other stuff in the garage as well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-09, 07:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,933
Posted By peanut_man

They are scary light when I took the out of the...

They are scary light when I took the out of the package. That's when it sorta hit me that maybe these aren't exactly what I should be using on the bar clam. Thanks for the comments.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-09, 05:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,933
Posted By peanut_man

Aluminum Bolts on handle bar / stem?

Hello,

Is there any danger in using aluminum bolts on the handle bar / stem clamp? My steel bolts started rusting so I'm trying some anodized aluminum bolts, fits / torque down fine (4.5Nm). Am...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-09, 08:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

I bought the bike in 2007. LOL, so that website...

I bought the bike in 2007. LOL, so that website is probably outdated then. Anyway, it sux....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-09, 10:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

Maybe it's such a low-end component it's not even...

Maybe it's such a low-end component it's not even listed... :( And yes, the pads are the Ultegra pads. Definitely NOT anywhere near the Ultegra brakes' performance on my Roubaix.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-15-09, 05:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,626
Posted By peanut_man

If I get the City Navigator NT North America, and...

If I get the City Navigator NT North America, and I load the map into the Edge 705, can I use the same software to load the map to my other Garmin GPS (for car)? I have an older C320 w/ City Nav v8...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-14-09, 12:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 626
Posted By peanut_man

Quick Qsn on Garmin Edge 705...

Hi,

I did a search and there's so much info I got lost. Sorry if this has been asked before from another Garmin Edge noob. :)

Just got my 705 yesterday. In process of loading NA maps (from...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-09, 05:33 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

Oh wow, $75 for the set sounds pretty good (2008...

Oh wow, $75 for the set sounds pretty good (2008 model). Anyone knows how these compares to 105s? I think I can get a set of 105s for not much cheaper than this anyway (ebay). So these Rivals...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-09, 05:18 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

Good point. It says on the caliper: Tektro RX...

Good point. It says on the caliper: Tektro RX 40. I'm not familiar w/ their lines of product. But since this came out of a $600 bicycle, it probably isn't that high up in the product line. :) I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-09, 02:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

Hi, Thanks for the recommendation. I...

Hi,

Thanks for the recommendation. I actually thought that pads are 90% of the braking also. So I tried swapping out w/ Shimano pads (same pads as the ones on my Roubaix, which are Ultegra...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-09, 11:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 42,218
Posted By peanut_man

Upgrading Tektro brakes -- Shimano 105?

My low-end road bike that got me started on road riding came w/ these Tektro brakes. I didn't realized how bad they were until I got my Roubix last year that came with Ultegras. Stopping power is...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-09, 09:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,054
Posted By peanut_man

LOL, we are exact same. I really like my Olympus...

LOL, we are exact same. I really like my Olympus for its compact size and waterproofing construction. But I can't get the same pic quality as the Canon or Nikon. Oh well. :( Maybe I'll have to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-09, 07:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,054
Posted By peanut_man

Best way to carry a camera on a ride?

Hi,

Recently I got the Canon SX10 as I got fed up w/ the poor picture quality I'm getting from an Olympus weather proof compact camera. I love the fold out LCD and great picture quality and lens....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-09, 09:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 619
Posted By peanut_man

Well, took the plunge and bought it w/ 20% off. ...

Well, took the plunge and bought it w/ 20% off. Just got it today. First impression is that it's going to be pretty warm. Got several zip-open vents and some areas that are breathable. Looks...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-09, 06:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 900
Posted By peanut_man

Ewwwwww! Wash after every ride! :( gross!

Ewwwwww!

Wash after every ride! :( gross!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-09, 09:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 619
Posted By peanut_man

Adidas adiStar Blizzard Jacket, any one?

I've been trying to find a good jacket / heavy jersey for colder weather cycling. Yeah, it's a bit late in the season, but I can't stand trainer anymore... I was looking for GORE products,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-08, 06:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 576
Posted By peanut_man

What box size do you use? The box I got from...

What box size do you use? The box I got from bike shop is still costing over $100 to ship for me even via FedEx.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-08, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 576
Posted By peanut_man

It's $100 each way to take it on the plane......

It's $100 each way to take it on the plane... well and $15 check-in baggage fee I think... At least for Continental:

http://www.continental.com/web/en-US/content/travel/baggage/checkbag.aspx#q10
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-08, 08:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 576
Posted By peanut_man

Has anyone used this bike case?

http://www.nashbar.com/nashbar_photos/500/NA-TMBC-NCL-ANGLE.jpg

They are selling on Nashbar and Performance. I'm trying to find a reasonable shipping solution for my bicycle. I only ship bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-08, 09:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,490
Posted By peanut_man

Every butt is different. My bike shop owner said...

Every butt is different. My bike shop owner said that Toupe is way more comfy than Alias. My butt tells me the other way around when I borrowed a Toupe and try it out on my old bike a while back. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-08, 06:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,490
Posted By peanut_man

New Specialized Alias saddle (White)

When I bought my Roubaix, the toupe on it was just not my cup of tea. I asked to get swapped for the Alias. After over a month wait for the white one I got a new model. Looks different than the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 09:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,319
Posted By peanut_man

Ok, i'll have to take pics maybe tomorrow. What...

Ok, i'll have to take pics maybe tomorrow. What I noticed tho, is that I recently changed the wheel set to Xeros XR-1. They are slimmer than stock Shimano rims. I'm not sure if that slimmer rims...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-08, 10:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,517
Posted By peanut_man

If you think it's safer for you and little to no...

If you think it's safer for you and little to no risk for the people on the side walk, do it for a short distance. I do it some time when I feel the road isn't as safe. It's a trade-offs. Just try...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,319
Posted By peanut_man

Tektro brake, need more braking power

Hi,

On my old bike, the Ironhorse Excelsior Comp, I have Tektro brakes on them. I thought they are stiff on the brake levers and offer so-so stopping power. Until I got a deal on the Specialized...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-08, 05:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,214
Posted By peanut_man

Woohoo! Yes! The noise is gone! 24 miles...

Woohoo!

Yes! The noise is gone! 24 miles ride just now and ZERO click. The bearing cups were the issue! Oh gee... only took me 1 year since it started to figured it out. :roflmao2:

I do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-08, 01:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,214
Posted By peanut_man

I bought it brand new. The BB is external...

I bought it brand new. The BB is external bearing type with sealed cartridge bearings, not servicable. That would be weird, but I guess possible, for it to have missing ball bearing in there. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-08, 10:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,214
Posted By peanut_man

Yeah i know what you mean about the seat post. ...

Yeah i know what you mean about the seat post. It is greased. I also know about the seat rail creaking and those are not the case now. The noise I'm getting is a 'click' more than a creak. And it...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-08, 07:54 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,157
Posted By peanut_man

Find a different route, do local road.

Find a different route, do local road.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-08, 07:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,214
Posted By peanut_man

Alright, so took close look at FD tonite, I...

Alright, so took close look at FD tonite, I honestly have no clue how it can make noise. Hmmmm.... So instead I took the bearing cups out from the BB. I noticed that the threads on both sides were...
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