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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-21, 01:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,281
Posted By Ryno317

How tall are you? We need more information about...

How tall are you? We need more information about you and the bike so we can give the proper advice.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-27-21, 05:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 350
Posted By Ryno317

Fresh, he just got a new rim set 2 weeks ago.

Fresh, he just got a new rim set 2 weeks ago.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-24-21, 06:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 350
Posted By Ryno317

Tubeless tire sliced and oozing

My sons rear tire has 2 small slits, like he ran over glass or something. The slits are oozing sealant, very little, but enough to see it wet. Tire isn't losing air or if it is, its barely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-21, 05:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,915
Posted By Ryno317

I would say in the 20 mins you have. I would...

I would say in the 20 mins you have. I would focus on the basic's, changing a tube, patching a tire, road safety(rules of the road), fitting a helmet. Not a lot of time to do brakes, and to give...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-21, 05:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,289
Posted By Ryno317

Hydration packs, what do you use?

Good Morning everyone,

I'm looking for getting a hydration pack and I can't pick between a backpack style or the hip style. I do mainly MTB, with some rail trails. What is your favorite, what...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,254
Posted By Ryno317

Even if you loose the bead, you should just be...

Even if you loose the bead, you should just be able to re-seat it again. Does your tape go edge to edge?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-21, 06:00 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,583
Posted By Ryno317

Yes, my son and I carry an extra tube and we each...

Yes, my son and I carry an extra tube and we each have a mini pump. He broke a spoke once that pierced the rim tape and released all the air. Swapped in the tube and we were good for the rest of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-21, 06:12 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,828
Posted By Ryno317

Not as big and less chance of damage to the bike,...

Not as big and less chance of damage to the bike, but I almost hit a chipmunk. It just sat on the trail until I was almost feet away from it.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-30-21, 01:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 678
Posted By Ryno317

Maxxis is the big name for tires. But there's a...

Maxxis is the big name for tires. But there's a bunch of different companies, all with different styles and tread patterns for depending on what type of terrain your riding on. I suggest watch...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-21, 01:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,169
Posted By Ryno317

I remember once when I was a kid in the mid 80's....

I remember once when I was a kid in the mid 80's. My mom and I came across a snapper in the road. She pulled a snow brush from the trunk, had it snap on to that and she lifted it to the side of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-21, 05:20 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,612
Posted By Ryno317

I try to get in 2-3 rides at 3-4 miles per ride a...

I try to get in 2-3 rides at 3-4 miles per ride a week, with a longer 6+ mile ride on the weekend. These past 2 weeks, haven't been out, due to weather or family schedule(school starting up). I'm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-21, 12:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,503
Posted By Ryno317

If I'm going to paint a bike, I try to stick with...

If I'm going to paint a bike, I try to stick with a theme. So I would think what color pedals, color of grips, color of brake and shifter cables, even down to the stem, crank arms, bottle cages. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-21, 08:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,935
Posted By Ryno317

Call around and keep moving your search area out...

Call around and keep moving your search area out until its to far for you to travel. If that doesn't work, then you'll just have to order and wait.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-21, 07:28 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,548
Posted By Ryno317

4 and 1/4 My 2021 GT MTB, daughters 24",...

4 and 1/4

My 2021 GT MTB, daughters 24", wife's 7 spd cruiser and a 26" BMX frame(getting repainted and built) and the 1/4 is money used to get son's MTB.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-21, 07:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 793
Posted By Ryno317

Ride the Trek and see if you like bike riding, if...

Ride the Trek and see if you like bike riding, if you have the time for it. If you haven't ridden in a while, your body is going to complain and you'll get discouraged and stop.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-19-21, 10:21 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 19,949
Posted By Ryno317

Mid 90's red GT something, got it after my BMX...

Mid 90's red GT something, got it after my BMX was stolen. Rode it everywhere I could go as a teenage boy. I forget what happen to it. Now I have a GT Aggressor Pro, I love my GT's.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-21, 06:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 765
Posted By Ryno317

This is exactly what I'm talking about. Clean...

This is exactly what I'm talking about. Clean simple set up with LED's.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-21, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 765
Posted By Ryno317

Ok, thanks for the suggestions for the towing...

Ok, thanks for the suggestions for the towing lights, I would want something a bit more stream lined, then those big lights. I guess when I get the rack, I'll have to figure out some custom lights...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-21, 07:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 963
Posted By Ryno317

What needs replacing? Just don't throw money at...

What needs replacing? Just don't throw money at it and think it's going to get better.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-21, 07:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,884
Posted By Ryno317

If you already have a hardtail, just ride with...

If you already have a hardtail, just ride with your friends that are riding hardtails.

I think he just wants to be the cool kid on the block with a cool looking full suspension bike,
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-16-21, 07:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,685
Posted By Ryno317

My son runs tubeless and I use tube's, call me...

My son runs tubeless and I use tube's, call me old fashion. One time he broke a spoke and it pierced his rim tape and leaked all the air. Lucky we had a spare tube, levers and frame mount hand pump...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-21, 06:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 765
Posted By Ryno317

Platform bike rack with lights??

This past weekend a group of us loaded up our bikes and drove to a bike park 2 hours away. The other vehicle was a pickup truck with a platform style bike rack with 4 bikes. I noticed from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-21, 12:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,477
Posted By Ryno317

Man, that is my biggest fear when transport my...

Man, that is my biggest fear when transport my bikes. My son and I took a 2hr trip each way yesterday to a bike park. Glad, you didn't lose your bike and hopefully can get it repaired back to new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-21, 09:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 502
Posted By Ryno317

I wanted to get jersey for my son with some of...

I wanted to get jersey for my son with some of his favorite brands and bike manufacturer, Norco, Raceface, SE Bikes, etc and with his name on the back.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-21, 08:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 502
Posted By Ryno317

I know if its not legal, then it wouldn't happen....

I know if its not legal, then it wouldn't happen. But maybe someone knows of a company that may have the permission to use the logos.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-21, 06:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 502
Posted By Ryno317

Custom made jerseys?

Does anyone have a site that would make custom jerseys with the ability to use brand/manufacturer logos?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-21, 06:14 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,851
Posted By Ryno317

I have started taking a Potassium supplement...

I have started taking a Potassium supplement along with my One a day Multi vitamin and increased my water consumption during the day prior to a big ride or a hot ride. I have also started drinking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,652
Posted By Ryno317

I also heard of cutting the top off of a presta...

I also heard of cutting the top off of a presta valve stem cover and flipping the cap upside down, screwing it all the way down it will fill the hole in the rim and prevent rattling of the stem in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-21, 11:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,563
Posted By Ryno317

Craigslist or Facebook Market place The old...

Craigslist or Facebook Market place

The old clunky MTB's might have to be a temporary solution or convert them to hybrids.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-21, 05:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,916
Posted By Ryno317

Congrats, keep up the great work.

Congrats, keep up the great work.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-21, 05:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,294
Posted By Ryno317

You might be able use a soft scouring pad to sand...

You might be able use a soft scouring pad to sand / smooth those scratches out.

Maybe spray some WD-40 to maybe loosen the the stuck spring. Plenty of Youtube videos on servicing these forks,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-23-21, 09:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,014
Posted By Ryno317

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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I used the calculator, and this is what came back.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-21, 05:19 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 18,315
Posted By Ryno317

I think I would rather buy the part and install...

I think I would rather buy the part and install it myself, then have some know it all young adult do it.

My LBS has 3 mechanics, 2 in the back working on the drop off's and one guy up front that...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-21, 08:53 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,513
Posted By Ryno317

I always try to drink Gatorade G2, instead of...

I always try to drink Gatorade G2, instead of regular Gatorade after a ride and just water during the ride. But lately I have been drinking Body Armor Lyte and really like the flavors and taste.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-14-21, 07:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,275
Posted By Ryno317

CST BFT tires

I went to my LBS for some better tires and they offered me some CST BFT tires. The sales person said there similar tread pattern as the Maxxis Minions. I'm not familiar with the brand. Anyone...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-14-21, 07:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,014
Posted By Ryno317

Thanks for the suggestions. I like the...

Thanks for the suggestions. I like the MircoShift and will look to see who has what in stock and go from there. Would I benefit from an Oval front chainring?
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-11-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,014
Posted By Ryno317

Thanks for the shimano suggestion. It has 27.5...

Thanks for the shimano suggestion. It has 27.5 wheels.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-11-21, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,014
Posted By Ryno317

8/9/10 speed upgrade question

I'm looking to change my rear gearing from 8 speed 11-34 to something a bit easier for an middle aged out shape father trying to keep up with his son, mainly on the hill climb sections. I currently...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-21, 05:27 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,580
Posted By Ryno317

Last week my son broke a spoke at the hub on his...

Last week my son broke a spoke at the hub on his rear rim and it punctured the tape and released the air. We always carry a tube, levers and a hand pump on his bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-21, 01:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,610
Posted By Ryno317

The kid and I try to go 3-4 times a week, weather...

The kid and I try to go 3-4 times a week, weather and schedule allowing. Lately we been getting a lot of pop up thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-21, 05:52 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 12,134
Posted By Ryno317

I just wear some padded shorts, that my wife got...

I just wear some padded shorts, that my wife got me from Amazon, under some zippered pocket shorts. I used to wear the basketball shorts but I found them to baggy and uncomfortable as I peddled.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-21, 07:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,759
Posted By Ryno317

Maybe go to a craft store, get some foam in the...

Maybe go to a craft store, get some foam in the thickness you want, some fabric and see if anyone can make you a custom cover.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-21, 01:05 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,880
Posted By Ryno317

As having bought the same bike from Dick's back...

As having bought the same bike from Dick's back in April. I looked into returning mine(2 weeks later), based on getting the wrong size. I checked my receipt and looked up there return policy on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-21, 08:03 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,880
Posted By Ryno317

I have the same bike and I haven't experienced...

I have the same bike and I haven't experienced any chain slippage yet. I have been on some pretty rough trails, up and down and the only slippage is from the crappy stock tires, slipping in the dirt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-21, 07:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,248
Posted By Ryno317

I picked up a GT Aggressor Pro Large a month ago...

I picked up a GT Aggressor Pro Large a month ago at the store. Stood over it, felt that the bar was a little close to the family jewels. Read the sizing chart and me being at 5'10 with a 30"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-21, 06:17 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,444
Posted By Ryno317

I use Map My Ride. It tells me my distance,...

I use Map My Ride. It tells me my distance, time, shows my route, that's all I need. Only thing I don't like it doesn't auto-pause, so if you stop, you have to fish the phone out to pause it and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-21, 10:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 820
Posted By Ryno317

He's a teenager, that normally rides a BMX with...

He's a teenager, that normally rides a BMX with his friends, so fitness shouldn't be much of an issue. What would be the most common size then?

What size rear cassette would you recommend and we...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-21, 09:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 820
Posted By Ryno317

1x tooth count

Hi everyone. My son picked up a Norco Storm 7.1 to go riding with me, but it's used and abused. The front derailleur was bent and wouldn't shift properly. So I removed it and took off the big ring...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-21, 06:51 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,422
Posted By Ryno317

If your going back to wire cage style I would get...

If your going back to wire cage style I would get them the prison pink like the stem or a chrome like your seat post.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-22-21, 06:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,401
Posted By Ryno317

My son just put a set of Maguras hydraulic rim...

My son just put a set of Maguras hydraulic rim brakes on his big wheel BMX bike.
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