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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-24, 12:08 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,635
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I thought that was French for the other...

I thought that was French for the other assplosive, i.e., C4.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 672
Posted By SoSmellyAir

1. Funny answer: Unless you are LarrySellerz, a...

1. Funny answer: Unless you are LarrySellerz, a jersey or some other top.
2. Serious answer: Men's Core Cargo Bib Shorts | Pocket Bib Shorts Randonee Riding Cargo Cycling Gear | Rapha...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 03:07 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,635
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Yes, but presumably a 1x chainring is usually...

Yes, but presumably a 1x chainring is usually covered by a chain and thus does not go stabby stabby?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 354
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Either the smallest cog (e.g., 11T) is misaligned...

Either the smallest cog (e.g., 11T) is misaligned relative to the freehub (per Jeff Wills) or one or more spacers are omitted (per Koyote).
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,613
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Using the Shimano SLR housing and brake cables...

Using the Shimano SLR housing and brake cables that came with the 105 STI levers leave the brakes feeling a bit squishy and the rear braking does not feel as smooth as my other bike. Going to redo...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 12:26 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,667
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Have you tried more than one fitter? Bike...

Have you tried more than one fitter?

Bike fitting, including cleat positioning, is an iterative process that alternates between adjustment and test rides over a period of time. I am not sure it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,667
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I agree that stiffness is important but disagree...

I agree that stiffness is important but disagree that a larger pedal surface would largely offset that, because the soles of regular shoes simply compress and flex too much.

When I started road...
Forum: Southern California
09-13-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 643
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Portola Parkway eastbound climb to Whispering...

Portola Parkway eastbound climb to Whispering Springs in Irvine into headwind yesterday bringing slight smoky smell from Airport fire (east of Rancho Santa Margarita). Felt like I had half a Marlboro...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,433
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I think this explanation sounds the best because...

I think this explanation sounds the best because "snap" describes responsiveness. However, rather than energy, I think of this in terms of a rider's input forces and the immediacy with which a bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 348
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I agree that a Di2 FD still has a support bolt. I...

I agree that a Di2 FD still has a support bolt. I am just not sure that it is really needed.

There is a lateral force pushing the FD toward the frame when shifting from the small ring to the big...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 348
Posted By SoSmellyAir

The FD support bolt and support plate are there...

The FD support bolt and support plate are there to brace the FD against the lateral force exerted by a shift cable pulling the FD toward the frame, so they are not needed for a Di2 FD.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 348
Posted By SoSmellyAir

According to the Shimano Dealer's Manual for a...

According to the Shimano Dealer's Manual for a FD-RX810: DM-GAFD001-01-ENG.pdf (shimano.com) (https://si.shimano.com/en/pdfs/dm/GAFD001/DM-GAFD001-01-ENG.pdf)
A support plate is required for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-24, 05:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,070
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Excellent detailed writeup. My wife also uses...

Excellent detailed writeup. My wife also uses Cricut Maker 3, so I am going to forward her this thread for reference on how to apply decals.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

This is so complicated and time-consuming for...

This is so complicated and time-consuming for unknown gains (in braking power), that I may just have to stick with the stock Shimano housing and adjust the brake pads a bit closer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

The end of the Jagwire POP ferrule with the...

The end of the Jagwire POP ferrule with the reduced diameter fits into the caliper, but due to the shorter length of that end, and maybe tolerances, there seems to be more play than compared to just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Unfortunately, that does not seem to be the case...

Unfortunately, that does not seem to be the case with either Shimano 105 BR-5800 or BR-R7000 calipers!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,281
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Do motorcycle riders frequently shift about on...

Do motorcycle riders frequently shift about on their saddles?

From what I have read and my personal experience, a chamois does not merely provide padding; it also maintains contact with the wearer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 12:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

KEB-SL housing have linear strands. Pro...

KEB-SL housing have linear strands. Pro Compressionless Brake Housing | Jagwire (https://jagwire.com/products/housing/pro-compressionless-brake-housing).
Are you saying that the strands would get...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-09-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,613
Posted By SoSmellyAir

the sci guy: Any long term impressions of your...

the sci guy: Any long term impressions of your CAAD4? I hope you are still riding it.

I made quite a bit of progress during Labor Day weekend. All groupset components are installed, except the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

For sure the Jagwire KEB-SL brake housing is much...

For sure the Jagwire KEB-SL brake housing is much firmer to bend and route, whereas the Shimano SLR housing makes a crack or snap sound if bent a bit too far. (I tried that with a leftover section...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Thank you for confirming that I should go with a...

Thank you for confirming that I should go with a ferrule-less setup.



The end of a stepped POP ferrule having the reduced diameter is kind of short so while it fits into STI levers and frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 466
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Brake Cable Housing Ferrule Requirements

I have a 10 m roll of Jagwire KEB-SL Pro brake cable housing that is sitting unused because the ferrules it came with do not fit within 105 ST-5800 STI levers. Jagwire suggested that I use its...
Forum: Southern California
09-09-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 643
Posted By SoSmellyAir

At the border between 714 and 949 area codes in...

At the border between 714 and 949 area codes in the OC, I can see smoke coming presumably from the Trabuco Canyon fire.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,001
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Nah! More likely to whack his bollocks on the top...

Nah! More likely to whack his bollocks on the top tube on his way down.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,337
Posted By SoSmellyAir

The instructions are available separately from...

The instructions are available separately from RuPaul.



See above for potential solution.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,001
Posted By SoSmellyAir

... and become knackered too. (Just could not...

... and become knackered too. (Just could not help it.)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 957
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Ron Damon: I understand the difference between a...

Ron Damon: I understand the difference between a 46T vs. 50T max cog with respect to gearing; I was just wondering whether there is much difference with respect to RD clearance at the lowest point.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 957
Posted By SoSmellyAir

The RD cage is so close to the ground; does the...

The RD cage is so close to the ground; does the 4T max cog difference between an 11-46 vs. an 11-50 cassette really change things that much? Is it possible to install both a smaller chain ring and a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,001
Posted By SoSmellyAir

= busted in American English.

= busted in American English.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,001
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Just buy these: Enve Skewer Road 100/130 Ti (Rim...

Just buy these: Enve Skewer Road 100/130 Ti (Rim Brake Frames) – Bike Closet (https://bikecloset.com/product/enve-skewer-road-100-130-ti-rim-brake-frames/)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,337
Posted By SoSmellyAir

My first padded bikewear was also a pair of LG...

My first padded bikewear was also a pair of LG shorts and like you I found that they did not work too well, in my case due to my beer belly. There is a reason why most people switch to bibs.


...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,337
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I am not sure I have ever seen a female employee...

I am not sure I have ever seen a female employee at any LBS, except at my local REI, where it was also a female mechanic / tech who had extensively measured me for my first road bike and setup the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 680
Posted By SoSmellyAir

This? FR-2 Freewheel Remover — SunTour®...

This?

FR-2 Freewheel Remover — SunTour® Two-Notch | Park Tool (https://www.parktool.com/en-us/product/freewheel-remover-fr-2)

Compare your freewheel to the freewheels shown in the third figure.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 957
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Looks kind of tight if the chain is on big big....

Looks kind of tight if the chain is on big big. And there appears to be a stiff link that is lifting off the big cog?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 8,675
Posted By SoSmellyAir

In that case, the lunch bag my son used in...

In that case, the lunch bag my son used in elementary school was also an Arundel ripoff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 386
Posted By SoSmellyAir

According to better shifting you can use GRX Di2...

According to better shifting you can use GRX Di2 STI levers with a 12-speed Di2 MTB RD (and FD).

Di2 Compatibility - mix Ultegra, DURA-ACE, XTR, XT and GRX components (bettershifting.com)...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 8,675
Posted By SoSmellyAir

:wtf:Arundel is oval shaped with a prominent...

:wtf:Arundel is oval shaped with a prominent white trim, while Lezyne and Almsthre are rectangular with rounded corners. The plaintiffs' bar must love to have you on a jury.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 898
Posted By SoSmellyAir

So the Trek hybrid is largely a sunk cost which...

So the Trek hybrid is largely a sunk cost which presents little value (because you do not enjoy riding it) except as either (i) a $500 credit toward a new bike from Trek or (ii) whatever you can sell...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 483
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I vote no based on my personal experience. Light...

I vote no based on my personal experience. Light raspy metallic scraping / rubbing sounds (a) persist only after sustained braking and (b) disappear after the brakes cool. Those sounds should not...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,360
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I have a 2016 Synapse CF and it rides great. I am...

I have a 2016 Synapse CF and it rides great. I am also halfway through installing a 105-R7000 groupset onto a 2000 CAAD4.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,192
Posted By SoSmellyAir

This is grossly inefficient and dangerous....

This is grossly inefficient and dangerous. Polaris OBark can just hold the front brake, drop the hammer, dial up the watts, burn some rubber, then swap the shaved tire to the front.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 8,675
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I agree that the ALMSTHRE standard saddlebag is a...

I agree that the ALMSTHRE standard saddlebag is a bit too big for what I usually carry on my tubeless gravel bike:
[1] Lezyne SV-Pro 5 multitool (mostly for 5 mm and 6 mm hexes);
[2] Lezyne Control...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 8,675
Posted By SoSmellyAir

The BWF 2024 edition bags are on sale with free...

The BWF 2024 edition bags are on sale with free shipping so I bought both a saddle bag and a compact frame bag.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 792
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Both my Pirelli TPU flats were pinch flats from...

Both my Pirelli TPU flats were pinch flats from running over small rocks. Maybe you do have a point that the thinner TPU tube surface is marginally more prone to pinch flats than a slightly thicket...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 577
Posted By SoSmellyAir

On all my 2x cranksets, the smaller chain ring...

On all my 2x cranksets, the smaller chain ring has regular teeth all with the same profile, while the bigger chain ring has teeth with different heights and profiles.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 663
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Yes, the bottom bracket I linked would only allow...

Yes, the bottom bracket I linked would only allow a Shimano MTB crankset, which may be limited to a 36T chain ring. (I am not really familiar with MTB stuff.) Is that too much lower?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 577
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Just curious: why would the granny ring have been...

Just curious: why would the granny ring have been made with sharper teeth or different teeth profiles than the middle and big chain rings?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 792
Posted By SoSmellyAir

What TPU tubes were used among the 5 flats?

What TPU tubes were used among the 5 flats?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,868
Posted By SoSmellyAir

A Shimano 11-speed 11-34 cassette would fit a...

A Shimano 11-speed 11-34 cassette would fit a Shimano 10-speed freehub; other Shimano 11-speed road cassettes would not.

From what I have read, 8-speed, 9-speed, and 10-speed share the same...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 792
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I have had no issues patching two Pirelli P0 TPU...

I have had no issues patching two Pirelli P0 TPU Smartubes with the Pirelli Smartube-specific patch kit, which comes with a TPU-specific glue, which looks and smells like model glue.

On the other...
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