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07-13-22, 12:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 410
Posted By azza_333

Nope when I ride out of the saddle as well.

Nope when I ride out of the saddle as well.
07-12-22, 06:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 410
Posted By azza_333

I have a cycling riddle (Rattle)

I have a relatively new bike, I have only put around 1500km on it so far, and it has a very irritating rattle (although can be quiet subtle at times), but here is the interesting thing the rattle...
Forum: Touring
04-21-22, 04:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,270
Posted By azza_333

That's definitely on my list.

That's definitely on my list.
Forum: Touring
12-03-21, 07:46 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

Thanks, I was very surprised when he recommended...

Thanks, I was very surprised when he recommended such a "light" wheelset (compared to traditional heavy duty touring wheels), but he is adamant that it will do the job, so since he is the expect I...
Forum: Touring
12-03-21, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,270
Posted By azza_333

Travelling companions Japan 2022

This is updated to my trip details, now that travel dates are confirmed.

I am planning a bike trip in Japan August-October for anyone that is interested in coming along.

I have done a couple...
Forum: Touring
12-03-21, 07:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

I choose the position of those, the braze-ons are...

I choose the position of those, the braze-ons are high enough to clear 160mm rotors, and on the inside of the stay for a cleaner look.



It wasn't the builder that chose the position of the rack...
Forum: Touring
12-02-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

For those that are interested I have edited and...

For those that are interested I have edited and added information on the mostly completed build in my initial post here.
09-13-21, 09:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,178
Posted By azza_333

Wet lube after immersive wax

After and immersive wax treatment on a chain has worn off after a few 100km, can I simply switch to using a wet lube on the chain, or would some sort of specific cleaning in-between the change be...
09-08-21, 02:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 427
Posted By azza_333

Is the new MTB DT SWISS 350 compatible with road free hub body

I was wondering are the new MTB DT Swiss 350 hubs that were released this year compatible with the road 350 free hub body? If I buy a replacement 350 road free hub body later on down the track, can I...
09-03-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,213
Posted By azza_333

Shimano organic brake pad mileage on road

I am curious to know how how many miles/kilometers everyone gets out of a set of Shimano organic brake pads on road, and what kind of weather/road/terrain conditions were experienced that you got...
09-03-21, 08:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 454
Posted By azza_333

Difference 1830 vs 8603 bearings?

Is there a difference between 1830 and 6803 bearings?

I searched the part number for my hub and both bearings came up.
Forum: Commuting
09-03-21, 07:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 338
Posted By azza_333

Shimano organic brake pad mileage on road

I am curious to know how how many miles/kilometers everyone gets out of a set of Shimano organic brake pads on road, and what kind of weather/road/terrain conditions were experienced that you got...
09-03-21, 05:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,271
Posted By azza_333

I mean the internal width of the rim.

I mean the internal width of the rim.
09-03-21, 04:15 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,271
Posted By azza_333

There are a lot of manufacturer charts online,...

There are a lot of manufacturer charts online, but I understand that tubeless and non tubeless tires have different ID requirements. The charts don't mention if they are for tubes or tubeless though....
09-03-21, 03:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,271
Posted By azza_333

Most of my concern was going to wide, and having...

Most of my concern was going to wide, and having decreased impact absorption (comfort), I don't think cornering grip will be effect since I run with slicks. ...
09-02-21, 05:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,271
Posted By azza_333

Ideal for comfort primarily, and rolling...

Ideal for comfort primarily, and rolling resistance secondarily.
09-02-21, 08:35 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,271
Posted By azza_333

Ideal interior rim width for 35c tires

Just a quick question what is everyone's thoughts in the ideal interior rim width for a 35c tire? I am finding a bit of conflicting information online. Thanks in advance.
09-01-21, 06:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 522
Posted By azza_333

Questions Spokes, Rims, Hub flange fatigue life, lacing, ect

I was planning to have my wheels rebuilt with some shallow carbon rims for a new bike build, but my wife mention wanting the old wheels for her bike, so I am most likely going to have built a new...
Forum: Touring
08-28-21, 02:41 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

I think "needed" is probably the wrong word to...

I think "needed" is probably the wrong word to use. I would say "worth it"

In the right context all those things matter:
- Weight, if all the tubes on your bike were solid steel and not hollow,...
Forum: Touring
08-28-21, 02:18 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

I'm not an expert, but my understanding is that...

I'm not an expert, but my understanding is that tubeless rim manufactures make their bead seat diameter slightly larger to play it safe and make sure a tire will get a nice airtight fit.

Then...
Forum: Touring
08-28-21, 01:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

WOW that's impressive only a 20H front wheel, it...

WOW that's impressive only a 20H front wheel, it makes me wonder if I should just get a entirely new set of wheels built with 28H/28H DT Swiss 240 hubs. The only reason I was thinking of having the...
Forum: Touring
08-27-21, 07:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

For tours I still plan to use tubed clinchers, I...

For tours I still plan to use tubed clinchers, I don't want to have to deal with the sealant mess on the chance the the tire pops of the bead during transport.
Forum: Touring
08-26-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

When you tour, many miles do you normally cover,...

When you tour, many miles do you normally cover, also what sort of riding do you do on tour mostly(road, gravel, single track).
Forum: Touring
08-26-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

Thanks for the reply, do you mind if I ask how...

Thanks for the reply, do you mind if I ask how much you weigh? and how much your touring gear weigh? what rims you used and how many spokes the wheels had. Thanks.
Forum: Touring
08-26-21, 06:44 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,833
Posted By azza_333

Carbon rims for touring

Carbon rims on a touring bike, a pretty controversial topic I am sure.

I am looking into having a set of wheels rebuilt with new rims, for a couple of reasons (wider interior rim width, the...
08-23-21, 04:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 954
Posted By azza_333

Tanks, but I have already seen that, there year...

Tanks, but I have already seen that, there year model for the 240 only goes back as far as 2019, I think mine are a 2015 model.
08-23-21, 03:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 954
Posted By azza_333

DT Swiss 240s replacement bearings

I have been trying to find out what replacement bearings I need for my hubs, but I am finding a lot of conflicting information.

Front Hub: DT Swiss 240s, Centre Lock, 32 hole, 12mm x 100mm through...
Forum: Touring
07-30-21, 11:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,183
Posted By azza_333

Thanks Tourist in MSN, I had already found that,...

Thanks Tourist in MSN, I had already found that, but it didn't quite have the info I was chasing.

Thanks PedalingWalrus.

Thanks cyccommute...
Forum: Touring
07-30-21, 05:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,183
Posted By azza_333

Is anyone using a Tubus Airy?

Is anyone using a Tubus Airy on there touring bike? if so I have a few questions about its fit. Thanks.
Forum: Touring
05-29-21, 03:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 874
Posted By azza_333

Frame bag map pocket worth it?

I'm looking at getting myself a Rockgeist custom frame bag, they offer an option for a non-drive side map pocket. For those that never carry maps, have you found a use for it, or is it an option not...
05-27-21, 05:35 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 366
Posted By azza_333

Thule Roundtrip Transition Bike Case, will it fit a bike with long head tube?

Does anyone know how roomy the Thule Roundtrip Transition Bike Case actually is? is it big enough to fit a gravel bike with a very long headtube (230mm)?

Is there also room in the box for full...
01-14-21, 06:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 358
Posted By azza_333

Thanks mate.

Thanks mate.
01-14-21, 05:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 358
Posted By azza_333

SKS Longboard mudguard stay length?

Does anyone know the what the uncut stay length of the SKS Longboards are? Thanks.
01-14-21, 12:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 422
Posted By azza_333

Do carbon seat post a have max insertion limit?

I am looking to buy a carbon seat post (31.6mm), but due to the length of the seat tube, I only need about 80-90mm of exposed seat post. For carbon seat posts is there a limit on how high up it is...
01-10-21, 06:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 547
Posted By azza_333

Headset requirements

I am trying to figure out what headset I need. Below is a schematic of the head tube.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/197x600/ht_f59cca3a92fa3d3d1ee5c6c84306bd29a042ec05.png...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-30-20, 01:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,373
Posted By azza_333

Internal cable routing (internal tubes) pros and cons

I am currently trying to decide between a couple of different internal cable routing options.

1. Internally routed full length outer cable housing for derailleurs, and hydraulic hose (obviously)....
Forum: Framebuilders
12-29-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By azza_333

What about a 70mm stem on the first bike (Current...

What about a 70mm stem on the first bike (Current Bike: Head Tube Angle 71°, Fork Rake 50mm, Tyre 700x35) for would that be very twitchy?
Forum: Framebuilders
12-29-20, 04:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By azza_333

Stem, HT angle, Fork Rake = steering speed

I am hoping someone can help me understand and compare 2 different set-ups. Any pros & cons of each set up? how do the 2 steering set-ups compare for twitchiness? Thanks in advance.

Current Bike:...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-26-20, 03:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,517
Posted By azza_333

Wicked, thanks, that puts my mind at easy.

Wicked, thanks, that puts my mind at easy.
Forum: Touring
12-24-20, 09:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,898
Posted By azza_333

The page says "The bag measures 2.25"W, 8"L, and...

The page says "The bag measures 2.25"W, 8"L, and 4.5 "H" I was wanting completely custom measurements.
Forum: Touring
12-24-20, 12:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,898
Posted By azza_333

Custom bolt-on top tube bag manufacturers

Does any know of any company that makes custom bolt-on top tube bags? I cant seem to find any on the internet.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-24-20, 12:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,517
Posted By azza_333

Bugger, they don't have 31.7x1.2mm tubing. I...

Bugger, they don't have 31.7x1.2mm tubing. I guess 34.9 its is then.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-23-20, 10:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,517
Posted By azza_333

Thanks for the answers, I might go with 31.7 x...

Thanks for the answers, I might go with 31.7 x 1.2mm then.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-23-20, 07:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,517
Posted By azza_333

How is it funny? I was just hoping to get...

How is it funny?


I was just hoping to get a bike stiff enough for up to 85kg rider, and 15kg of luggage. Several websites recommend a 34.9mm TT and ST for "bigger riders" but they don't list...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-23-20, 10:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,517
Posted By azza_333

Titanium 31.7 x 1.2mm VS 34.9 x 0.9mm tubes

So I did some number crunching and worked out the deflection (stiffness) of some different titanium tubes, with a standard length of 550mm, and a force of 91kg. I got the following results;
...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-18-20, 03:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,649
Posted By azza_333

Another quick question, KONA BIKES 2017 | ROAD...

Another quick question,
KONA BIKES 2017 | ROAD | SUTRA | Sutra LTD (konaworld.com) (https://konaworld.com/archive/2017/sutra_ltd.cfm)
the stack height listed on this page would that include the...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-05-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,649
Posted By azza_333

Thanks for the feedback, the frame builder is...

Thanks for the feedback, the frame builder is Waltly, from what I have read online, they make great stuff, but they will build what ever a customer asks for, and generally not recommend to much. Even...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-05-20, 05:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,649
Posted By azza_333

It will be an integrated headset, so I am...

It will be an integrated headset, so I am assuming that doesn't factor into the new frame.

But the old one I have based it off, KONA BIKES 2017 | ROAD | SUTRA | Sutra LTD (konaworld.com)...
Forum: Touring
12-05-20, 04:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,901
Posted By azza_333

Bolt-on frame bag

I am getting a custom frame made, I plan to have additional braze-ons place all around the interior of the frame triangle, this will allow me to have a custom frame bag made without straps that will...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-05-20, 04:06 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,649
Posted By azza_333

Wicked, thanks that was just the answer I was...

Wicked, thanks that was just the answer I was chasing.
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