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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-05-21, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

It's summarized in posts 13 and 14, but here is...

It's summarized in posts 13 and 14, but here is the summary for clarity with some more detail:

Steel Kona Rove ST frame 2020, 74 degree seat tube angle, 435 mm chainstay, calculated chainstay...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-29-21, 03:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

Additional update (for my reference mostly): I...

Additional update (for my reference mostly): I ended up installing the RX400 rear derailleur. Everything has worked well over the course of 600-700 miles over the past 9 months or so.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,870
Posted By paramount3

Thanks for the quick and helpful responses. ...

Thanks for the quick and helpful responses. Sounds like Gravel King SS would be a good tire for me. Good reviews on the rolling resistance site also. A few more questions: Sounds as if I might...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-21, 10:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,870
Posted By paramount3

what current tire is similar to Vittoria Randonneur Pro II 37-622?

These tires have been great for me, running with tubes at 50-60 psi usually. They don't seem to be available now. What is a suitable replacement? The good features of the tire are: reasonable...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-28-20, 11:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

Here's an update: I took my first ride today and...

Here's an update: I took my first ride today and the drivetrain performed very well. Here are the details for anyone who wants to try this:

Kona Rove ST frame 2020, 74 degree seat tube angle,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-21-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

Bingod Thanks, that's an interesting thought. ...

Bingod Thanks, that's an interesting thought. My first attempt was with a triple FC-M900 (old XTR MTB) crankset set up as a 1x with a 36T in the middle position. A road triple with 42 in the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-21-20, 12:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

OK, that doesn't work. SRAM X7 Crankset with...

OK, that doesn't work. SRAM X7 Crankset with 42/28 almost works with XT FD-M785, but the derailleur cage jams against the big ring sometimes. I can make it shift on the workstand, but I doubt it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-16-20, 09:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

That does look convincing. However, after some...

That does look convincing. However, after some more digging, I learned that my ST-405 left shifter pulls more cable than MTB left shifters, meaning that with proper limit screw settings, I should be...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-15-20, 10:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

tangerineowl If I found a good 42/28 or 40/28...

tangerineowl If I found a good 42/28 or 40/28 system that worked well, that would be fine.
zen Thanks--46/30 GRX crankset with GRX FD would be the plug-and play solution (if I could actually buy...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-14-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,568
Posted By paramount3

42/28 double crankset with Tiagra 10 speed ST-405 shifters

I've done a fair bit of forum searching and have found some options to try, but I don't have high confidence in any of them. Hoping for some help. My situation:

I'm building up a road-biased...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-19, 11:30 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,386
Posted By paramount3

I have four bikes, all 29er MTB or gravel. Two...

I have four bikes, all 29er MTB or gravel. Two of the bikes have 22/36 as the easiest gear, the other two have 26/36. I can tell the difference and value the 22/36 on the two bikes that have that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-19, 11:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 9,486
Posted By paramount3

OP, Can I ask how tall you are, and is that new...

OP,
Can I ask how tall you are, and is that new Escape an XL frame? I'm curious about the bike fit for this series of bikes.
Thanks
Forum: Touring
02-07-19, 10:24 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 17,878
Posted By paramount3

For those who have an issue with the brake...

For those who have an issue with the brake caliper nicking the spokes, I happened to see this rotor spacer sold on the TRP (Tektro) website. Since I can't post URLs, here's an approximation:
...
Forum: Touring
01-20-19, 08:30 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 17,878
Posted By paramount3

Thanks gpshead for sharing your experience with...

Thanks gpshead for sharing your experience with converting to 180 mm. Your 180 mm rotor seems to have a particularly narrow braking surface. Is it a "road" rotor? I just went ahead and did the...
Forum: Touring
01-18-19, 09:00 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 17,878
Posted By paramount3

Has anyone swapped out the stock 160 mm front...

Has anyone swapped out the stock 160 mm front brake rotor for a 180 mm rotor? I want to do this mostly so that my wheelsets are interchangeable across different bikes. This was mentioned in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-18, 10:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,379
Posted By paramount3

Ultegra BR-6500 brakes on 1986 Nishiki Prestige-adapter needed?

I just purchased a set of nice Ultegra BR-6500 dual-caliper brakes to mount on a 1986 Nishiki Prestige frameset that I'm building up. I haven't worked with road bike caliper brakes for many years. ...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
12-19-13, 12:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 35,318
Posted By paramount3

In spite of the "100% satisfaction" banner on...

In spite of the "100% satisfaction" banner on their website, Planet Cyclery does not accept reasonable returns. I bought a set of Ultegra 6800 SPD-SL pedals. Mounted them carefully on bike, mounted...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-12, 08:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,574
Posted By paramount3

Thanks all for the suggestions. For the broken...

Thanks all for the suggestions. For the broken off bolt, I will try a penetrating oil first. For the rivnut, I will try a trick from the Park Tool website:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-12, 11:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,574
Posted By paramount3

broken screw in water bottle braze-on

I purchased a used aluminum frame 2001 Schwinn Rocket 88. One of the water bottle braze-on screw mounts has a broken-off screw in it. I tried reaching in with tweezers to grab it and unscrew it,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-08, 11:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 17,812
Posted By paramount3

I just bought a similar Fuji Thrill for $40,...

I just bought a similar Fuji Thrill for $40, including a Kryptonite lock, a rack, Zefal fenders, and a kickstand. Here it is:

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/bik/694678094.html

The...
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