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Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-22, 02:36 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,031
Posted By 996

Anyone on 30mm road tires? How do you like them?

Looking to pick up either 30mm Continental GP5000s, or 30mm Vittoria Corsa 2.0s.

Anyone here riding 30mm or 32mm road tires? If so, what are you riding?

Currently on 28mm Panaracer Gravel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-29-22, 12:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,606
Posted By 996

I am using a Shimano 105 R7000 medium cage RD...

I am using a Shimano 105 R7000 medium cage RD with a 50/34 front chainring setup and an 11-40 Deore XT cassette. No wolf tooth involved. Everything works fine and I have taken the bike on some harsh...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-29-22, 12:16 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,101
Posted By 996

mstateglfr Wow, didn't realize the unique design...

mstateglfr Wow, didn't realize the unique design of the frame. I also really liked my Gravel King SS's. They are in 32c and I have beaten them up.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-25-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,101
Posted By 996

Awesome bike. How do you like that frame? What...

Awesome bike. How do you like that frame? What fork do you have on there?

What is your gearing setup? Also - I have a pair of those Gravel King SS's - what size are those? lol sorry 21 questions....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-22, 12:27 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,252
Posted By 996

Oh. very interesting. Thank you!

Oh. very interesting. Thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-22, 01:36 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,252
Posted By 996

So - I am a little confused. Are Shimano GRX 810...

So - I am a little confused. Are Shimano GRX 810 cranks hollow bonded or hollow forged? Can't seem to find that info anywhere online.

Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-13-22, 11:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 36,020
Posted By 996

For what its worth, I have a 105 R700 rear mech...

For what its worth, I have a 105 R700 rear mech with an 11-40 XT cassette in the rear w/ a 50/34 chain ring setup in the front. B screw is in all the way, and it works fine without any derailleur...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-08-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,365
Posted By 996

Yeah - read this. But, as mstateglfr mentioned,...

Yeah - read this. But, as mstateglfr mentioned, this makes sense. My BMC road (rim brake) rides super nice with a Whisky fork. Weirdly though, I had to warranty the fork as it was beginning to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-01-22, 02:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,610
Posted By 996

Great looking bikes. I was looking at the carbon...

Great looking bikes. I was looking at the carbon gravel model here... couldn't help but notice it is probably the same frame as the Carbonda 696 (a frame I have been eyeing for a long while to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,199
Posted By 996

May not be the right setup for you, but I am...

May not be the right setup for you, but I am running a Shimano 105 R7000 50/34 crankset with a 105 medium cage derailleur and an 11-40 cassette Shimano XT CS-M8000 11-40 cassette. Stock setup...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-21, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 494
Posted By 996

Thanks all. Wheel didn't feel rough before....

Thanks all. Wheel didn't feel rough before. Probably going NSK or NTN.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-21, 09:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 494
Posted By 996

Replacing hub bearings - 6903 2RS (Tried Enduro)

Hi All,

Just replaced my rear hub bearings as one of them was very rough. Local bike shop had Enduro Max bearings, so I gave them a try. They are pretty rough right out of the box. Had no choice...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-21, 10:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,727
Posted By 996

Lube or grease for free hub overhaul?

Hi - I am overhauling my Fulcrum Racing 5 free hub. I have been reading that heavier grease is not recommended for the free hub paws / splines they interat with.

Can anyone recommend the right...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-21, 10:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,448
Posted By 996

Got it. Thanks a bunch!

Got it. Thanks a bunch!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-21, 11:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,448
Posted By 996

Sealed Cartridge Bearings - Where to purchase a good quality set?

Hi All,

Replacing the rear hub bearings on my Fulcrum Racing 5 wheels. The bearings are 6903 2RS bearings. Been reading around and Enduro seems to be a reputable brand.

Where do you guys...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-12-21, 08:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,388
Posted By 996

OK thanks. I saw this. Flat mount frame to post...

OK thanks. I saw this. Flat mount frame to post mount caliper... might just do this.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-12-21, 05:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,388
Posted By 996

Flat mount to post mount adapter - opinions?

Hi - building up a bike that has flat mount brakes, but a post mount fork. I have seen adapters around that will allow a flat mount brake caliper to be mounted on a post mount fork. Has anyone used...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-21, 01:15 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 14,220
Posted By 996

How are the Light Bicycle wheels treating you?...

How are the Light Bicycle wheels treating you? Which rims / hubs do you have? I was looking at a set for my gravel build. How durable are they? any problems?

Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-21, 11:08 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,509
Posted By 996

I'm thinking of building up my Fairdale...

I'm thinking of building up my Fairdale Rockitship frame with flat bars... I do however have a question. Can I fit a MTB rear derailleur on a frame like this? I'm thinking of running a 1x setup with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-21, 02:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

mstateglfr Ooops - idk why I did that lol. Most...

mstateglfr Ooops - idk why I did that lol. Most def will switch them up. Appreciate it!

shoota Will try and get you a pic of that soon.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-21, 12:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

mstateglfr shoota - I am also running Panaracer...

mstateglfr shoota - I am also running Panaracer Gravel King SS tires in size 32C. Taken them up all the fire roads in Los Angeles with no problem or loss of traction. The descents could get dicey if...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-21, 11:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

Will upload soon!

Will upload soon!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-28-21, 11:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

Even when I crosschain - 50 big ring and 40 small...

Even when I crosschain - 50 big ring and 40 small ring. Although not smooth. I obviously don't run it like this ever.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-21-21, 09:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

I managed to make this work. Shifts fine. 50/34 x...

I managed to make this work. Shifts fine. 50/34 x 11-40 on an R7000 RD without a road link.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-12-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 47,339
Posted By 996

Check out Marin if you haven't already. They just...

Check out Marin if you haven't already. They just released the DSX1 and DSX2 - Flat bar gravel with a great groupset.

https://www.marinbikes.com/bikes/2021-dsx-2
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-08-21, 04:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

shoota Barrettscv Would it be possible to...

shoota Barrettscv

Would it be possible to find a 46/30 chainring set for my R7000 105 cranks?

Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-08-21, 12:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

Got it. By small/big do you mean small chainring...

Got it. By small/big do you mean small chainring up front and largest cog in the rear? or Small chainring up front and biggest gear (smallest cog) in the rear?

Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-07-21, 08:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,852
Posted By 996

Shimano 105 R7000 | 50/34 x 11-40 possible?

Hi Guys,

I have a Black Mountain Cycles Road frame (rim brakes) currently set up with Shimano 105 (50/34) x 11-34. Looking to upgrade the rear cassette to an 11-40 cassette to tackle the steeper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-20, 09:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,267
Posted By 996

SHIMANO XT CS-M8000 Casette on Road Hub - Spacer Needed?

Hi All - Building up a gravel 1x gravel bike. The wheels/hubs I'll be running are the following:...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-22-20, 05:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,115
Posted By 996

I will probably just do it myself!

I will probably just do it myself!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-22-20, 12:21 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,115
Posted By 996

mstateglfr Just bought Shimano R7020 Hydraulic...

mstateglfr Just bought Shimano R7020 Hydraulic shifters & calipers for my Rockitship build... Will post pics once done.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-22-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,182
Posted By 996

Wattsup wow that's awesome. Great news. Plz keep...

Wattsup wow that's awesome. Great news. Plz keep us updated (if you can). I went ahead with the M800 BB. Excited for the build.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-21-20, 01:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,955
Posted By 996

Wow thank you for this! So you have no shifting...

Wow thank you for this! So you have no shifting problems even on higher gears? (11T cog) - no sloppiness? Very good to hear. I was thinking of doing a 36T up front with an 11-42 in back... but this...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-18-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,182
Posted By 996

Also - another question I have... are these...

Also - another question I have... are these spacers mandatory when running a 1x setup with this crank? Thanks! DorkDisk
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-18-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,182
Posted By 996

Got it appreciate the response. I was thinking...

Got it appreciate the response. I was thinking for reliability purposes finding metal versions of these spacers. We are torquing them down a decent amount - found that thought a bit weird with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-18-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,182
Posted By 996

Deore XT M8000 crank + threaded BB spacers?

Building up my gravel bike with the Deore XT M8000 cranks for the lower 1x gearing options. The bottom bracket recommended with this crankset is the Shimano XT M800 BB which will need some spacers...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-17-20, 11:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

Got it thank you. Curiously - how big is your...

Got it thank you. Curiously - how big is your cassette?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-16-20, 06:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

billyymc wow. nice build! Appreciate the...

billyymc wow. nice build! Appreciate the feedback. What hubs are you running?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-16-20, 04:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 17,736
Posted By 996

Nice setup. Thinking about going this route....

Nice setup. Thinking about going this route. Which cassette model from Shimano (11-46) will fit a road hub body for a gravel build? Which one are you using?

Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-16-20, 12:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,955
Posted By 996

Got it - appreciate the reply. Did you end up...

Got it - appreciate the reply. Did you end up going with a GRX 812 rear mech?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-15-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,955
Posted By 996

Shimano GRX 1x - 810 or 812 Rear Mech?

Hi - looking to build up my gravel bike with a 1x system. I have Shimano 105 11sp hydraulic shifters... looking for a rear mech. I wanted to clarify a few things with GRX 812 and GRX 810.

GRX 812...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 11:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

katsup TY for the input on Hope! I think I will...

katsup TY for the input on Hope! I think I will bite the bullet on the GR1600s
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 05:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

mstateglfr Got it. Appreciate the input. Will do...

mstateglfr Got it. Appreciate the input. Will do some research on Hope... I've only heard good things. Leaning towards the GR1600 set.

How has your experience been with Bitex hubs (if you have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 03:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

Got it. Thanks for the input. Regarding...

Got it. Thanks for the input. Regarding wheelsets... any other brands that you may recommend to look at for this type of build? Gravel conditions... similar wheels to the GR 1600 from DT Swiss.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 03:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

NVM - just measured the dropouts on both the fork...

NVM - just measured the dropouts on both the fork and frame. 100mm for the fork, and just about 142mm for the frame. Pretty sure its 142mm.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-20, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,121
Posted By 996

Fairdale Rockitship - Thru Axle compatibility?

Hi All,

I have a Fairdale Rock****ship frame that I am going to be building up: https://shop.fairdalebikes.com/products/rockitship-gravel-frame-and-enve-fork-kit

Frame allows for 12MM thru...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-20, 11:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,241
Posted By 996

cobba Understood - excuse me I meant just...

cobba

Understood - excuse me I meant just going with a Deore caliper, not a Deore XT. So what matters most are the "straight-straight" connections in this setup:

BR-M6100 (Deore caliper) -...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-20, 10:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,241
Posted By 996

Understood. Certainly appreciate the...

Understood. Certainly appreciate the clarification. Big help!!! Will keep you guys posted with the build. Will probably go with a Deore XT setup in the front. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-20, 10:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,241
Posted By 996

Got it. Thank you for that info. I will probably...

Got it. Thank you for that info. I will probably go with a Deore XT caliper to keep things simple.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-20, 05:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,241
Posted By 996

Thanks guys for the replies. fietsbob , what do...

Thanks guys for the replies. fietsbob , what do you mean you did this one a couple of weeks ago? Like actually installed this setup on a bike?

cpach - Do you mean an MTB post mount caliper? The...
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