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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-20, 12:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,538
Posted By RefRick

I have a road bike setup with a 2x10 in addition...

I have a road bike setup with a 2x10 in addition to this gravel bike. This bike came about because I started building up old frames last year. In the process of scouring Craigslist for parts for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,538
Posted By RefRick

I just double checked and according to their site...

I just double checked and according to their site Jensen does has the 38 Wolf Tooth in stock. I haven't found a ton of companies making GRX compatible chainrings, I would bet that's the brand your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-20, 07:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,538
Posted By RefRick

I needed it for what I consider a moderate climb,...

I needed it for what I consider a moderate climb, but near the end of a 30 mile ride which was spent keeping pace with an amateur competitive rider 10 years younger than me. I was gassed. I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-20, 06:19 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,538
Posted By RefRick

That's the reason why I included that I have...

That's the reason why I included that I have barely used the granny gear. Since I am rarely using it, I figured it gave me so room to move in the other direction.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,538
Posted By RefRick

I am debating between 42 and 44, but I think 42...

I am debating between 42 and 44, but I think 42 should be sufficient. I am not an elite athlete or anything, just a guy in decent shape who rides a lot. Plus if I get it wrong, I am confident I will...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 05:06 PM
Replies: 5,458
Views: 3,900,868
Posted By RefRick

That is in fact my matching Crosstrek as well. I...

That is in fact my matching Crosstrek as well. I also ride an orange motorcycle!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 05:04 PM
Replies: 5,458
Views: 3,900,868
Posted By RefRick

I didn't come here to promote VO, but I cannot...

I didn't come here to promote VO, but I cannot overstate how helpful they were throughout this build. They earned some brand loyalty from me and I have gone back to them several times since for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,538
Posted By RefRick

1x11 Gearing

New builder here. This summer I built up a Velo Orange Pass Hunter with a Shimano GRX 800 series drive train.
Up front I have a GRX FC-RX810 40t 1x crankset
In the rear I have GRX RD-RX812 1x11...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 5,458
Views: 3,900,868
Posted By RefRick

Thank you for the tip, I appreciate it. The bars...

Thank you for the tip, I appreciate it. The bars are Daija Far Bars. Yesterday I logged about 20 miles in the city and 10 on a hardpack gravel towpath and things weren't too bad. I am close to dialed...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5,458
Views: 3,900,868
Posted By RefRick

Pass Hunter build

I picked up this Velo Orange Pass Hunter frame set for $25 last year on Craigslist, it had never been assembled. A gentleman was selling his friend’s bike collection after he passed unexpectedly. He...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 39,130
Posted By RefRick

Unfortunately I do not remember. Sorry.

Unfortunately I do not remember. Sorry.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 39,130
Posted By RefRick

Rapha

I picked up a pair of their long, pro bibs last season because I had a coupon from some Strava challenge for a significant discount. They are easily the most comfortable bib I’ve owned and they’re my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 01:40 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 19,091
Posted By RefRick

Many people look at the reviews of the individual...

Many people look at the reviews of the individual product, which is obviously important, but overlook the reviews of the seller.

I did my first hydraulic disc build last month, chewed up a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-20, 02:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,512
Posted By RefRick

There have been several of these suggestions, I...

There have been several of these suggestions, I couldn't agree more. We have one of these co-ops here in Philly called Neighborhood Bike Works (https://neighborhoodbikeworks.org/give-bikes-gear)....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-20, 03:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,880
Posted By RefRick

Shimano disc brake caliper compatibility

Doing my first build with hydraulic disc brakes. Building up a Pass Hunter with Shimano GRX 800 series components. In a previous post I learned that I had made a mistake with the GRX series because...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-20, 02:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 369
Posted By RefRick

Thank you. I will take a solution even including...

Thank you. I will take a solution even including bad news at this point! This is my first time installing hydraulic brakes and I have been pulling my hair out.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-20, 01:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,770
Posted By RefRick

This should be emphasized over and over. I forgot...

This should be emphasized over and over. I forgot to find the cause of my flat in addition to misplacing my patch kit on a previous ride. Result was two popped tubes, a call to the wife for a ride...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-20, 12:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 369
Posted By RefRick

VO Pass Hunter Hydro Disc Brake Adapter

Can anyone specifically tell me which brake mount adapters I need for a build I am working on? My LBS originally handed me 2 unbranded brackets which do not fit, then ordered the wrong set for me....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-29-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,367
Posted By RefRick

I had the exact same fear. I have made myself a...

I had the exact same fear. I have made myself a regular at my local bike shop over the last few weeks and asked plenty of questions. I didn’t buy everything there, I was working on a fairly tight...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-23-19, 06:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 12,367
Posted By RefRick

I finished my first build this weekend using a...

I finished my first build this weekend using a 1994 Cannondale H400 frame which belonged to my father in law. I stayed true to the original style of the bike, however I installed new components...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-19, 01:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By RefRick

You are spot on about the 7 speed cassette, which...

You are spot on about the 7 speed cassette, which is one factor in replacing the wheelset. My LBS confirmed the 135mm. We had a similar discussion about the expanded options a more modern wheelset...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-19, 01:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By RefRick

ThermionicScott, I believe you just answered my...

ThermionicScott, I believe you just answered my question. Inner diameter of the rim will be the deciding factor in tire width?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-19, 01:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By RefRick

I am looking for a wheelset that will work with...

I am looking for a wheelset that will work with the frame. It does not need to be exactly what was originally on the bike, however I want to stay with the wider tires in that 35 range. It by no means...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-19, 12:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By RefRick

Vintage Cannondale Website

I’m familiar with the Vintage Cannondale site, even ordered some small parts for the project there, but unless I’m missing something I’m not finding any information that really answers my question.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-19, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By RefRick

New Wheels

Doing a complete rebuild on a 1994 Cannondale H400. I have stripped the bike down completely, the frame and forks are almost immaculate, and I am going to rebuild it from the wheels up. This is a...
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