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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2
Posted By veganbikes

If you have a 68mm bottom brackets any crank...

If you have a 68mm bottom brackets any crank would work that is 24mm or 30mm you don't really need to swap spindles though I believe ROTOR had more modular cranks if you are trying to deal with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 61
Posted By veganbikes

Single bolt kickstands which are standard near...

Single bolt kickstands which are standard near the bottom bracket frequently come loose. Make sure it is properly torqued and that should help but if it is still coming loose a threadlocking...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-17-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 17
Posted By veganbikes

The Thule EasyFold XT is what we used for years...

The Thule EasyFold XT is what we used for years and we had them installed on some lowered cars and there was occasional scraping but these were quite low to the ground vehicles. However it has the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-17-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 245
Posted By veganbikes

Because in the end it is a lower profile and...

Because in the end it is a lower profile and since the stem is custom and the clamping width is wider than most bars the bar size doesn't really matter the stem won't work for other bars. Keep in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 272
Posted By veganbikes

A wheel is a system so you want the right...

A wheel is a system so you want the right components for your needs. If you are a heavier rider or want something more durable you will want more spokes and you want the right spokes for your rim....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-16-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,011
Posted By veganbikes

Your grips are adjustable and you might need to...

Your grips are adjustable and you might need to adjust them to a much different position to solve the issue. It could also be tight gloves as well.

However yes it is good to move your arms and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By veganbikes

Sometimes when bike sits for a while especially...

Sometimes when bike sits for a while especially hung up it needs a little pumping but usually just fine. You could try a lever bleed not a terrible thing if you need a bunch of pumping each time you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 272
Posted By veganbikes

So the details are important as most vintage...

So the details are important as most vintage bikes are going to be 120 or 126mm QR spacing in the end a lot of the newer stuff is 142 thru-axle and for disc brakes. In the end you might be able to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-16-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 245
Posted By veganbikes

I am curious how you can accurately determine a...

I am curious how you can accurately determine a handlebar size from a single picture with ZERO measurements. I get you could guess but in this case you are 6.4mm off.

The clamp size is 25.4 it is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 244
Posted By veganbikes

What did Woom say about this? If BikeInn is an...

What did Woom say about this? If BikeInn is an authorized dealer of Woom then they might be able to help with warranty as they sold it to you. It might also be the bike needs to be properly built and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 07:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 574
Posted By veganbikes

But you don't have to go down significantly in...

But you don't have to go down significantly in socket quality simply to organize something. You can have quality Snap-On sockets and just organize them it is really not difficult and you can get...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-16-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 245
Posted By veganbikes

Yeah that was my initial problem I was going to...

Yeah that was my initial problem I was going to install it before my fork came in because I knew the clamp diameters were the same but the actual width is much wider than a standard bar.

I went...
Forum: Commuting
05-15-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 272
Posted By veganbikes

Use shoes without the problems. My Brooks don't...

Use shoes without the problems. My Brooks don't have issues with my Crank Brothers Stamp 7s with pins. They did occasionally get my shins early on when I first had the pedals but that is a rare...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-15-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 245
Posted By veganbikes

Because the steerer tube is super short as the...

Because the steerer tube is super short as the stem they use makes up for the lack of steerer tube.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 455
Posted By veganbikes

I have used pedal extenders and they can be quite...

I have used pedal extenders and they can be quite handy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 574
Posted By veganbikes

So buy the best tools you can for what you need....

So buy the best tools you can for what you need. For the basic stuff you are using the most get the really good stuff and the less you use something to a point get something a little cheaper. Park...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 125
Posted By veganbikes

I mean SRAM does their FlatTop chains but...

I mean SRAM does their FlatTop chains but generally for 11 speed stuff everything is cross compatible. So as long as you buy from an authorized dealer a chain from say Shimano, SRAM, KMC or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 702
Posted By veganbikes

There are tons of bicycle frames out there I...

There are tons of bicycle frames out there I don't know why you would choose some Alibaba and his 40 thieves frame that isn't designed for the brakes you want to use. I mean if you are stuck on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-15-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 148
Posted By veganbikes

You might be able to get a new freehub for it...

You might be able to get a new freehub for it assuming it is a cassette based wheel. You will have to do a little research but it is sometimes doable. I did it to replace a freehub on a 600 Tricolor...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-15-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 502
Posted By veganbikes

Threaded steerer and thru-skew no thanks. This is...

Threaded steerer and thru-skew no thanks. This is cheaper and better spec'd:...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-15-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 245
Posted By veganbikes

Yes I did and with the stock set up, NO! The stem...

Yes I did and with the stock set up, NO! The stem they use at least for the Nyon requires a wiiiiiide clamp bar which is very uncommon. I ended up with a new fork (planned for anyway regardless of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 846
Posted By veganbikes

I mean probably there is one that weighs the...

I mean probably there is one that weighs the same. I wouldn't buy a new modern Schwinn for any reason. I would much rather have the Trek and that is a bike that I don't think is all that good but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 267
Posted By veganbikes

The difference between shifters is one is...

The difference between shifters is one is designed for an internally geared hub and the other is designed for derailleurs. In your case I probably wouldn't put anything towards that bike if it came...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 275
Posted By veganbikes

I think a Rohloff or Pinion may or may not be...

I think a Rohloff or Pinion may or may not be cheaper but if you want one go for it. Rohloff is awesome and Pinion is probably also awesome but I haven't ridden one yet.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,053
Posted By veganbikes

I mean you have had bicycle lubricants for...

I mean you have had bicycle lubricants for decades upon decades I see no reason at all to use random fluids for a task that has something designed for it in fact many things designed for it. You can...
Forum: Touring
05-14-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,216
Posted By veganbikes

That is cool but not really enough gearing a P.18...

That is cool but not really enough gearing a P.18 would be better. Maybe put it on a long tail cargo bike and add an Alfine 11 hub in the mix somehow.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,377
Posted By veganbikes

I said that because you have had a bunch of...

I said that because you have had a bunch of problems with your wheels and those problems shouldn't normally happen especially not with a handbuilt wheel. If you had the right wheels you would...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 148
Posted By veganbikes

Deore LX is now SLX which is the third tier from...

Deore LX is now SLX which is the third tier from the top. Altus is second tier from the bottom. In the end I would just get the LX shifter and an 8 speed cassette and no need for a ghost gear and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 178
Posted By veganbikes

Then no I wouldn't replace the chain at all for...

Then no I wouldn't replace the chain at all for this. You are good to go.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-14-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 239
Posted By veganbikes

Bosch has had dual batteries for quite a while,...

Bosch has had dual batteries for quite a while, this is now for the newer Smart System. I see no reason why it won't be able to be used on other Smart System stuff. We did a few dual battery upgrades...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 502
Posted By veganbikes

4 grand is pretty standard for a decent long...

4 grand is pretty standard for a decent long lasting e-bike these days that has good support, a good quality mid-drive motor and quality batteries that are certified by UL or similar organizations....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,084
Posted By veganbikes

Maybe. Generally I recommend telling us what you...

Maybe. Generally I recommend telling us what you have before asking the questions it will help you but also help everyone else so we know what we are working with.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-13-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,377
Posted By veganbikes

Ok so you are intentionally getting the wrong...

Ok so you are intentionally getting the wrong wheels because...? That is an odd one to want I prefer to not have to mess with my wheels or have to worry about them as a heavier rider. I can still...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-13-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 178
Posted By veganbikes

250 miles is not really much in terms of mileage....

250 miles is not really much in terms of mileage. I wouldn't worry too much unless those were 250 hard miles with zero maintenance and loads of rust which is still tough to do in that short of a time.
Forum: Commuting
05-13-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 486
Posted By veganbikes

Unfortunately poorly made components of any...

Unfortunately poorly made components of any material can fail. However carbon is generally not an issue. As someone who has 4 carbon fiber forks and has commuted on them I would not replace them. Two...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-13-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,377
Posted By veganbikes

Nope no real difference. A properly built wheel...

Nope no real difference. A properly built wheel shouldn't break spokes regardless of where someone is building it for riding. If it is built for the rider and terrain it should work fine. Obviously...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 702
Posted By veganbikes

So is the frame designed for what I am assuming...

So is the frame designed for what I am assuming you mean as side pull rim brakes as well? If not you need to use disc brakes. There is really not a benefit to using side pull calipers for wider tires...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-13-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,377
Posted By veganbikes

Hey John, just FYI this is a mountain bike...

Hey John, just FYI this is a mountain bike sub-forum and this particular thread is from 2022 and hasn't been active since.

In terms of rear wheels as a larger rider I don't have that problem. If...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-13-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 178
Posted By veganbikes

Assuming your chain was correctly sized in the...

Assuming your chain was correctly sized in the first place you shouldn't need to change anything if you are sticking with 32t. Any 12 speed Shimano chain should be compatible at least at this point.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,900
Posted By veganbikes

Unfortunately most of the lower level folks at...

Unfortunately most of the lower level folks at UPS, FedEx and DHL don't understand Hazmat regulations, so they want to help and I have had to tell them actually you cannot help I need your hazmat...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 502
Posted By veganbikes

We used to do flat bar conversions on Specialized...

We used to do flat bar conversions on Specialized Creo's. For boss man we used a collar for rack mounting. I would recommend the Vado SL honestly it is already flat bar and comes with the EQ kit with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,867
Posted By veganbikes

Like Maelochs was saying fear is not safety fear...

Like Maelochs was saying fear is not safety fear makes things less safe for everyone. If you live your life in fear you will not be able to handle when something truly goes wrong you will be so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 126
Posted By veganbikes

They might fit there assuming that go around the...

They might fit there assuming that go around the bends OK but that is a terrible place to mount them. So far from where your hands would be normally on those bars.

The reason for that second...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-13-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 239
Posted By veganbikes

If only Bosch could do quad batteries and then...

If only Bosch could do quad batteries and then R-M could do a Load 60 with quad 800s...3200whs with a Rohloff hub would be the absolute dream.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 791
Posted By veganbikes

Just raise the seatpost that is the ONLY part of...

Just raise the seatpost that is the ONLY part of the bicycle designed to be clamped in a stand. The Euro race stands are nice as well but I would really say just raise the seatpost these days it is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 613
Posted By veganbikes

Yeah most companies don't warranty wear items but...

Yeah most companies don't warranty wear items but in a special case as yours some will help out which they did.

Nobody really needs ceramic but that is what Kogel does and they make decent stuff...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 846
Posted By veganbikes

Would generally not recommend a Trek over much...

Would generally not recommend a Trek over much but over a modern Schwinn 100%
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-10-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 367
Posted By veganbikes

I have done research this is a bike forum I have...

I have done research this is a bike forum I have been on for a while, it was never a motorcycle forum. I also have seen enough homebrew kits slapped onto a bicycle not meant to be a a motorcycle and...
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,216
Posted By veganbikes

P.18 with a Rohloff on the back plenty of gearing...

P.18 with a Rohloff on the back plenty of gearing to get you anywhere. Not quite the 12 speed cassette DD3 hub with a P.18 and a fat bike front derailleur or offset with a 2x set up on the outside of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 252
Posted By veganbikes

Also I don't recall Nexus doing Di2 that would be...

Also I don't recall Nexus doing Di2 that would be Alfine but unfortunately as Dan Burkhart said it is not convertible. However roller brakes work well and di2 is awesome so would be a cool bike or if...
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