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Forum: Mountain Biking
03-07-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 350
Posted By cpper

Canyon vs Orbea vs Cube downcountry bike

Hi guys,
I'm looking to buy a downcountry bike out of the following 3:

Canyon Lux Trail CF8...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-21, 02:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By cpper

Yes, all available. The hub itself costed...

Yes, all available.


The hub itself costed me 140 euros. Other than that my bike has the dubious Boost QR hub, with very few options available, the DT Swiss 350 being the cheapest (at least in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-21, 01:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 663
Posted By cpper

Which rim should I choose ?

I recently noticed some strange cracks around 3 - 4 spokes on the rear wheel of my Cannondale Trail 2 2018. The rim is a WTB STX i23 (inner width 23mm). Obliviously I want to replace it (spokes too),...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-20, 10:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By cpper

Reply from FSA: The written “outside” they have...

Reply from FSA: The written “outside” they have to be placed outside (picture B). The groove on the washer remains a mistery.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By cpper

This...

This (https://shop.fullspeedahead.com/en/files/index/download/id/ae18ae875a1d57f25a6e4eb27c649c60219) also shows where the washers should be placed, but not how they should be oriented. Regardless,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-20, 12:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By cpper

The inner ring fits in the washer's groove, but...

The inner ring fits in the washer's groove, but not completely. The ring is like twice as high as the groove's depth.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-20, 12:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By cpper

Thanks, but nothing regarding the washer...

Thanks, but nothing regarding the washer orientation there.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-20, 04:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By cpper

The only thing that would match the groove on the...

The only thing that would match the groove on the washers is the BB plastic cap on the drive side (shown in the second pic). There is nothing to interface with the groove on the other side of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-20, 05:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,832
Posted By cpper

BB washer orientation

My FSA Comet crankset has two identical washers, on each side of the BB. One side of the washer has a groove along the interior perimeter, as seen in the first pic.
In order to avoid any confusion...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-19, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,235
Posted By cpper

I found the culprit(most likely): it was the cogs...

I found the culprit(most likely): it was the cogs digging into the freehub body, as seen in the post here (https://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=212065). I imagine the cassette lockring...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-19, 02:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,235
Posted By cpper

I did the service, the bike worked fine...

I did the service, the bike worked fine afterwards. I only used grease.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-19, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,235
Posted By cpper

Doing that too tomorrow. I definitely put some...

Doing that too tomorrow. I definitely put some grease there when I serviced the area some months ago.



It's not, the crankarms spin smoothly. Regardless, the creaks are hearable only when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-19, 02:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,235
Posted By cpper

My bike has 2 chainrings, I can hear the creaks...

My bike has 2 chainrings, I can hear the creaks on both rings. I'll still take them apart + grease them tomorrow.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,235
Posted By cpper

Bottom bracket has been serviced some months ago...

Bottom bracket has been serviced some months ago (and is 10 months old, as is the bike). Chain definitely isn't rubbing, and has been replaced in April. According to my gauge it's not 0.75% worn.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-19, 01:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,235
Posted By cpper

Creaking sound while pedaling [recording included]

Something is creaking on my Cannondale while pedaling with force. It is easier to hear in low gears, when climbing. An audio clip tells it better than any literal description, so here is a recording...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-18, 01:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 652
Posted By cpper

Geometry/bike drawing app

Before I bought a new bike, I was comparing geometry of my choices just by looking at the numbers. But I wanted to also see how the bike look, so I wrote a super basic app to draw a bike using...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-18, 01:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

I ended up buying but the Cannondale, it should...

I ended up buying but the Cannondale, it should arrive tomorrow. I got it for 950eur, the last one in stock in my size. I concluded the its geo is better for my riding style. Thanks people :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-18, 11:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

Thanks Bryan. Quite disappointed Cannondale has...

Thanks Bryan. Quite disappointed Cannondale has that custom spacing. Regarding Cube, a couple of members on a local forums suggest that “the current Cube Reaction bikes are XC bikes with an long ago...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-18, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

Just checked them out... nice bikes but can't...

Just checked them out... nice bikes but can't afford any.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-18, 08:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

^ That bike just gave my cancer. Regarding my...

^ That bike just gave my cancer.
Regarding my options, hopefully better ones, I think I've narrowed it down to 3 bikes:

Cannondale Trail 2 2018...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-18, 02:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

Buying from a physical shop isn't much of an...

Buying from a physical shop isn't much of an option in my area...not many products available and prices are better online. I did check Giant bikes, in fact. The ones in my price range have either a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-18, 12:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

Well 29", I mentioned in my first post. ...

Well 29", I mentioned in my first post.



I also found some Konas with nice geometry, but they are either not in my price range or don't have enough gear ratio. Same case for similar geometry...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

I'll most likely buy the bike from an online...

I'll most likely buy the bike from an online store, due to availability but also better prices.
The bikes on my list have more or less the same geometry. 500-540mm seat tube (I'm 1.92m tall). Head...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-18, 06:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

Thanks for the advice guys !

Thanks for the advice guys !
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-18, 03:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,350
Posted By cpper

MTB brands to avoid/prefer ?

Hi guys :)

I’m looking forward to buy a new 29″ XC hardtail bike. After some research I made a list with about 30 bikes that are in my price range, and have more or less the same equipment...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-18, 09:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

As I took everything apart yesterday, I found the...

As I took everything apart yesterday, I found the issue. It was a straw carefully rotated around the groove on the 10th cog, covered with hardened black stuff, making it very hard to notice. I didn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-18, 01:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

Spring appeard to be ok, I'll look closer today.

Spring appeard to be ok, I'll look closer today.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-18, 12:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

I checked the links, there are no stiff ones......

I checked the links, there are no stiff ones... Also, when pedaling with my feet(not hands, as in the video) the slips occurs continuously, maybe 3-4 times per 360° pedal movement. When pedaling...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-18, 01:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

With I've had this before I was speaking about...

With I've had this before I was speaking about what was following, the cassette wear namely. Sorry if you got it wrong, english is not my native language.
You're saying the problem is wear. The 10th...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-18, 12:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

Chain was lubed yesterday with Finish Line dry...

Chain was lubed yesterday with Finish Line dry lube. However, before filming I cleaned it up with a rag.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-18, 12:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

Cable is ok. Inner and outer cable were also...

Cable is ok. Inner and outer cable were also replaced in January. However, the cable doesn't really matter, since in the 10th gear it has no tension in it.


The 11t is not quite the most used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-18, 12:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

I also replaced chainrings and pulleys in...

I also replaced chainrings and pulleys in January, if it matters. I have a chain gauge, and it shows the chain is not yet 0.75% worn. I don't think the cassette can wear faster than the chain....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

Chain and cassette have been replaced in January....

Chain and cassette have been replaced in January. Chain is not yet .75% worn. 10th cog worked perfectly before, not a single skip. Did you even read my post ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-18, 11:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,720
Posted By cpper

Sudden strange chain problem(video included)

Today as I was shifting between the 9th and 10th(last) cog, applying just slight pressure on the pedals, something very strange happened. The chain suddenly started slipping skipping(whatever is the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-22-18, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,797
Posted By cpper

Thanks Jonathan. I wanted to send SRAM an email...

Thanks Jonathan. I wanted to send SRAM an email but couldn't find any address :/
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-22-18, 05:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,797
Posted By cpper

RockShox XC30 - lower leg oil, needed or not ?

I'm about to service my XC30 Solo Air fork, and am now buying the required parts.
Looking at the service manual...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-18, 01:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

I have, two days, no answer yet.

I have, two days, no answer yet.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-18, 05:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

Thanks a lot for clarifying up, I was just giving...

Thanks a lot for clarifying up, I was just giving up trying to explain. English is not my native language, I didn't know how to say it clearer.




Since I got the tires, I rode the back tire to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-18, 06:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

The pics are taken from the front of the bike, I...

The pics are taken from the front of the bike, I removed the back wheel and put it next to the front one. In the left side of the second pic you can see one leg of the fork(with ROCK from Rockshox...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-18, 03:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

Alright, I think there's some confusion in this...

Alright, I think there's some confusion in this thread :D
Look at the pics in the first post, the tires are in the same position in both pics.
As you can see in the first pic, the front arrow...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-18, 02:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

There are no specific front / rear versions for...

There are no specific front / rear versions for the Trail Kings. I mentioned 2.4" front and 2.2" rear since that's how I've put them on my bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-18, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

What is / where have you found Conti's...

What is / where have you found Conti's recommendation ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,764
Posted By cpper

Confused with my Conti Trail Kings

Some months ago I bought a 2.4″ and a 2.2″ Trail King for my hardtail. Recently I had to replace a spoke on the rear wheel(2.2″ tire) and noticed something strange:
the front<—>rear marking vs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-18, 11:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 576
Posted By cpper

What Finish Line lube/wax should I get ?

I previously used Finish Line Dry Lube on my hardtail and it worked great. The bottle is almost empty so I need to get another one. I recently also started to ride in the winter, so I'll also get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-18, 05:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,894
Posted By cpper

Thanks guys, all clear :)

Thanks guys, all clear :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-18, 04:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,894
Posted By cpper

Replace broken link on kmc x10 chain

If a kmc x10 chain (somehow) brakes, and a link needs to be replaced, what is the best way to fix the chain ?


Use a chain press and push pins out, leaving them in the outer plate, replace the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-17, 01:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,356
Posted By cpper

I'm gonna stay with 11-36t. What I'm trying to...

I'm gonna stay with 11-36t. What I'm trying to ask is if these are all of the same quality and material, or do I 'get what I pay for' ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-17, 01:51 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,356
Posted By cpper

It's 11-36.

It's 11-36.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-17, 01:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,356
Posted By cpper

What 10s cassette should I get ?

I need to replace my cassette and am looking for a new (3x)10 speed cassette. Now I'm running a SRAM PG1020 which works fine for me. I have a budget of maximum 60 euro.

I looked on different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-17, 10:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 853
Posted By cpper

It looks like it happens just on the 4-5 smaller...

It looks like it happens just on the 4-5 smaller ones(I have 10).



I'll try it out. If the cassette is indeed worn, why shouldn't I put my old chain back and continue to ride it ? The bike was...
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