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Forum: Folding Bikes
05-10-22, 11:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,663
Posted By Numerozero

I'm not saying you have stability issues, I'm...

I'm not saying you have stability issues, I'm saying MY experience with my three folders was EVEN BETTER stability. The reason is physics. Traditional bikes have most of the weight over the back...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-09-22, 10:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,663
Posted By Numerozero

Try putting the weight instead over the front...

Try putting the weight instead over the front wheel. You might find it more stable. I do, with all my folders.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,371
Posted By Numerozero

Might as well get the newly released Park...

Might as well get the newly released Park BBT-69.3 (https://www.parktool.com/product/bottom-bracket-tool-16-notch-bbt-69-3?category=New%20Products). It allows you to use it with the (also) new Park...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-22, 06:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,935
Posted By Numerozero

Microshift Announces Drivetrain for 20" Wheels

https://www.pinkbike.com/news/microshift-launches-super-short-1x-drivetrain-for-20-wheel-bikes-and-up.html

The goal for Super Short was simple: make a real, fully featured mountain bike group for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-22, 10:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,015
Posted By Numerozero

Hambini just posted a review on Bowman bike...

Hambini just posted a review on Bowman bike frames (the company is no longer around): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTDQ9vtoxTo

A good video about aluminum bike frame weld quality.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-22, 02:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 295
Posted By Numerozero

I'm not sure why tapered square crank arm need to...

I'm not sure why tapered square crank arm need to be tightened once in a while? I run a shop, and have never had to re-tighten a customer's cranks that I installed.

For my Xootr I installed a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-22, 01:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,015
Posted By Numerozero

Hambini rates Enduro bearings as .... OK. There...

Hambini rates Enduro bearings as .... OK. There are better ones out there.

A lot depends also on the size and roundness of the bearing holders. If they're out, even high quality bearings will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-22, 01:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,127
Posted By Numerozero

Why Polish? Is there a boycott on Ukranian bottom...

Why Polish? Is there a boycott on Ukranian bottom brackets?

:innocent:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-22, 10:43 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,563
Posted By Numerozero

Rivendell's Grant Peterson's opinion...

Rivendell's Grant Peterson's opinion (https://www.rivbike.com/products/sd16klsej-lkangkn?variant=20775079215215):

"Until the Phil Wood bottom bracket came out in the earliest 1970s, all bottom...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-22, 10:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,118
Posted By Numerozero

I use Griot's Vinyl and Rubber dressing, after...

I use Griot's Vinyl and Rubber dressing, after being recommended by Aaron's Bike Shop (rideyoubike dot com). Sheds mud easier on mountain bikes!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-22, 10:23 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,733
Posted By Numerozero

An alternative opinion on the new Park HBH-3:...

An alternative opinion on the new Park HBH-3: https://road.cc/content/review/park-tool-hbh-3-extendable-handlebar-holder-290221

I haven't tried it, so I won't render an opinion on it. I currently...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-22, 04:19 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,333
Posted By Numerozero

I would strongly suggest watching his video...

I would strongly suggest watching his video before commenting. Sachin (Hambini) is an aerospace engineer, specializing in aerodynamics, who works for (I think) Airbus. So, no, he doesn't need the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-24-22, 11:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 384
Posted By Numerozero

Another Suspension Seatpost for Folders - Byschulz

Never heard of Byschulz - only discovered it from someone selling one in a local Craigslist ad. Of interest to folding bike owners since it comes in 33.9mm x up to 670 mm (!) Other sizes and lengths...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-15-22, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2,383
Views: 511,660
Posted By Numerozero

Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-14-22, 01:33 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 12,718
Posted By Numerozero

I've seen many BSO's come though my shop with no...

I've seen many BSO's come though my shop with no lawyer's lips on the forks, AND the assembler threw away the hook washers that prevent the axle from coming off. Can't expect average consumer to even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-22, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 924
Posted By Numerozero

Hambini reviewed a Trifox frame, and concluded it...

Hambini reviewed a Trifox frame, and concluded it to be pretty decent quality (actually, better quality than a lot of well-known brands): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8P8UyYX-t-o
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,423
Posted By Numerozero

I made my own check-off list based on the...

I made my own check-off list based on the excellent list from Aaron's Bike Repair at Rat City Bikes Repair Standards (http://rideyourbike.com/repairstandards.shtml)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-22, 12:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,217
Posted By Numerozero

You're asking people to recommend using a product...

You're asking people to recommend using a product not endorsed by th e brake manufacturer?

Even if it worked for me I would never publicly tell anyone else to do so.

At shops I've worked at we...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-06-22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,004
Posted By Numerozero

Yan Lyansky - Lots of New YouTube Videos

Yan, owner of Downtube, recently posted a ton of YouTube stuff. For me, the most interesting ones were the ones on price fixing, er, I mean, MAP (Minimum Advertised Price) Policies in the cycling...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-22, 01:23 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,059
Posted By Numerozero

Never owned the first one, but have owned the...

Never owned the first one, but have owned the second. It's a great stand, I would get it. Very stable. Wirecutter rates it as a best buy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-22, 12:55 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,947
Posted By Numerozero

"I watched how to do it on YouTube". That's...

"I watched how to do it on YouTube".

That's when I switch from quoting by the job to quoting my hourly rate :).
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-18-21, 08:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,955
Posted By Numerozero

Same here. I upgraded to Magura HS33's when I...

Same here. I upgraded to Magura HS33's when I installed a TongSheng TSDZ2 motor on my Downtube 8FH.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-18-21, 08:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,815
Posted By Numerozero

Grin Technologies makes the Satiator, generally...

Grin Technologies makes the Satiator, generally regarded as the best ebike battery charger in the world. It is programmable for charging up to whatever percentage you like. Their info sheet shows how...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-08-21, 12:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,209
Posted By Numerozero

Not sure if your trip is rural or urban, but the...

Not sure if your trip is rural or urban, but the Grin Satiator charger is basically waterproof, and designed to be strapped onto a bike frame. Your OM charger is already faster (200 Watts) than the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-02-21, 10:10 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,209
Posted By Numerozero

How about asking OM whether you can just buy a...

How about asking OM whether you can just buy a battery pack with a built-in BMS, but wire it to a Rosenberger connector? Or even if they will sell you a Rosenberger cable?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-21, 10:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 571
Posted By Numerozero

New Accessories for Tern GSD Cargo Bike

Announces New Accessories for the GSD:

https://www.bicycleretailer.com/new-products/2021/08/30/tern-releases-new-line-modular-family-bike-accessories
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-01-21, 05:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,209
Posted By Numerozero

I bought a 52 V 7A mini battery pack from...

I bought a 52 V 7A mini battery pack from Biktrix, then customized it by adding a Luna on/off switch, a Grin DC to DC converter so that I can recharge a laptop or a phone, a 3-pin XLR charging port...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-31-21, 09:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,209
Posted By Numerozero

That's a Rosenberger connector...

That's a Rosenberger connector (https://ebikes.ca/learn/connectors.html#Rosenberger). I use one on my custom battery pack for my Downtube 8FS with a TongSheng TSDZ2. Bought mine from Luna cycles but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-21, 03:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,063
Posted By Numerozero

Choose appropriate insert. Clamp around chainring...

Choose appropriate insert. Clamp around chainring bolt and nut. Insert hex key in front and turn!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-21, 03:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,063
Posted By Numerozero

5 interchangeable tips for: Campy, Miche,...

5 interchangeable tips for: Campy, Miche, Truvavtiv, Shimano, and Sugino. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-21, 03:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,063
Posted By Numerozero

The best chainring bolt tool: Cyclus 729996. ...

The best chainring bolt tool: Cyclus 729996.
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-21, 02:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,708
Posted By Numerozero

Second best: Stein Tool Cartridge Bottom Bracket Handle

Stein CBBH. But no centering rod. BBI used to rate it best until Cyclus invented their system....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-21, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,708
Posted By Numerozero

The best: Cyclus Snap-in system

Rated “best” by Barnett Bicycle Institute. Two handles evenly distributes torque...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-21, 10:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,690
Posted By Numerozero

Good luck with getting a QBP account in Canada....

Good luck with getting a QBP account in Canada. Unless one has a retail storefront or a van with signage, AFAIK, no major Canadian wholesaler (Live To Play, HLC, Orange Sport Supply, QBP) will open...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-21, 11:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,535
Posted By Numerozero

I'm also in Vancouver, though that shouldn't...

I'm also in Vancouver, though that shouldn't affect the time required : )

45-75 minutes, including a test ride, invoicing, and writing doiwn all the bolt torque settings on the invoice. As I work...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-21, 01:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,865
Posted By Numerozero

I've bought these to retrofit Grip Shifts for...

I've bought these to retrofit Grip Shifts for older clients with arthritis. They're.... OK. Actuation pressure is higher than Shimano units. So I would not use then again for arthritic customers....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By Numerozero

One of Canada's major LBS wholesaler, Live To...

One of Canada's major LBS wholesaler, Live To Play, sells Sunrace 11T replacement jockey wheels:

https://livetoplaysports.com/en/catalog/?product_details=255437-01g

Your LBS should be able to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-21, 01:59 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,740
Posted By Numerozero

I read somewhere General Motors requested...

I read somewhere General Motors requested Phillips screws to cam out to prevent assembly line workers from over-tightening fasteners.

Here in Canada Robertson heads (a Canadian invention!) are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-21, 01:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,949
Posted By Numerozero

I switched from regular Wera to Holding Function...

I switched from regular Wera to Holding Function hex heads, sockets, and Torx heads. It solves a problem I DO have - dropping fasteners and then wasting time looking for them. I run a shop and time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-20, 07:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,079
Posted By Numerozero

It’s 130 BCD. You need a wider than normal BB...

It’s 130 BCD. You need a wider than normal BB because the crank is pretty “flat”. Never noticed any excessive Q factor; I think it works out to be average.

BTW no squeaking either.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-20, 08:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,079
Posted By Numerozero

I have a pair on my Xootr Swift folding bike,...

I have a pair on my Xootr Swift folding bike, which is only used for reasonably flat Last Mile trips on/off the bus racks. As such, it only has 3 speeds (SRAM DualDrive IGH - I don’t like derailleurs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-20, 07:28 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,337
Posted By Numerozero

Angle Grinder in Benchtop Holder

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For brake housing. $25 CAD ($19 USD). Saves my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-20, 03:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 839
Posted By Numerozero

Ive ordered twice now from bike-components.de in...

Ive ordered twice now from bike-components.de in Germany. Seven days to my door. Shipping is 20 Euros (about $30 CAD) for a lot of weight. Overall cheaper prices too. They discount Park Tool,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,319
Posted By Numerozero

Ergon Grips

And also a pair of Ergon grips.
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-11-20, 07:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,013
Posted By Numerozero

Just read the article, no neef to register or...

Just read the article, no neef to register or give your email n
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-20, 05:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,720
Posted By Numerozero

Same here. Bought one for $8, rode it, and...

Same here. Bought one for $8, rode it, and realized I didn’t notice my saddle anymore. Sold the SLR. OF course, everyone’s butt is different. I get a lot of questions about it from other bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-22-20, 08:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,089
Posted By Numerozero

Paid $300 CDN ($227 USD) for mine, but that one...

Paid $300 CDN ($227 USD) for mine, but that one on Facebook has been serviced. So $325 USD sounds in the ballpark.
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-12-20, 03:21 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 32,469
Posted By Numerozero

Protecting the SRAM DualDrive Clickbox

I installed a SRAM DD on my Xootr Swift. No cassette, just the three internal gears. It’s geared as per Sheldon Brown’s suggestion - low gear is for going up hills, so I spin out going down- which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,615
Posted By Numerozero

My PW-3 is Thicker

My PW-3 looks different from yours, and from the current version. Note how the areas around the openings are thicker. Anyone else have a PW-3 like mine?...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-12-20, 04:23 PM
Replies: 4,023
Views: 937,423
Posted By Numerozero

Tern Cargo Rack on Xootr Swift?

I have that rack but on a different bike. However, eyeballing it, I’ll guess that it should work. ...
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