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Forum: Charity Events
12-02-13, 08:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 721
Posted By 0speedbike

Cycle of Giving 24 hour kids bike building marathon

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Saturday December 14th –Sunday December 15th, 2013 Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada


Cycle of Giving is bringing volunteer mechanics together to build over 250 bicycles for Winnipeg children...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-13, 05:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 607
Posted By 0speedbike

Community Bike Shop Job posting

Employment Opportunity: Volunteer Coordinator
Term Position: March 1, 2013 – January, 2014 (with possibility of renewal)
28 hrs/week @ $17/hr with benefits.

Since 2010 The WRENCH has been...
Forum: Charity Events
12-13-11, 10:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 516
Posted By 0speedbike

Cycle of Giving - 24 Hour Kid's Bike Building Marathon!

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Cycle of Giving will bring volunteer mechanics together for a 24 hour kids bike building marathon. On December 17th & 18th...
Forum: Winter Cycling
04-13-11, 09:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,758
Posted By 0speedbike

Step through?

Just for fun I took a trike for a spin this winter to haul a bunch of parts to a LCBS. It was awful. It was quite snowy and felt like peddling through deep sand or something like that... perhaps...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-11, 08:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,326
Posted By 0speedbike

found bike ettiquette

I found an abandoned bike. I posted it on a couple of email lists n web site and left an obvious note where it was found but so far no response. My question is- how long should I wait before I part...
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-09-11, 03:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,811
Posted By 0speedbike

There is a shocking amount of winter riders here...

There is a shocking amount of winter riders here considering- a) the sh*tty road conditions/infrastructure b) that we are the coldest city with a population of over 600 000 in the world c) that the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-09-11, 03:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 684
Posted By 0speedbike

SS 42 front 16 rear on 700s w/ 30mm tires... but...

SS 42 front 16 rear on 700s w/ 30mm tires... but it's fairly flat here.
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-09-11, 03:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,396
Posted By 0speedbike

pressure?

I too find that if my toque, mask/neck-warmer, helmet combo is the least bit tight I get a head ache right away. It's even worse when it drops bellow -30c and I break out the goggles. i find if I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-10, 10:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 547
Posted By 0speedbike

Winnipeg Job Posting

'lo all,
Attached is a job posting from the Winnipeg Repair Education N" Cycling Hub.
Thanks
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-21-10, 10:40 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 453
Posted By 0speedbike

Winnipeg Job Postings

Hello all,

Attached are 2 job postings from the Winnipeg Repair Education N' Cycling Hub.

Thanks.
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-17-10, 12:38 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,632
Posted By 0speedbike

1is nice two is nice too.

It's true, one doesn't "need" an other bike for winter. In my city winters are intense and to many riders here it is testament to the awesomeness of bikes that if you keep it maintained you can ride...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-16-10, 11:58 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,340
Posted By 0speedbike

what-ever-works

lots of interesting posts.
I think if you read through them one finds that there is no "best" for winter cyclinig, there is just what works for different individuals in different conditions...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-05-10, 06:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 838
Posted By 0speedbike

Hit the streets

Having a good bell and ringing it frequently is a good way of clearing the path but you gotta remember that those park-like pathways are like side walks i.e. kids, joggers, dogs etc... totally trump...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-29-10, 10:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,067
Posted By 0speedbike

It's true...

It's true...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-25-10, 01:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,067
Posted By 0speedbike

giver giver

Ride hard sweetheart.
People will always **** on you for doing the right thing.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-10, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 534
Posted By 0speedbike

Community Bike shop Policies.

'lo there folks.
I'm part of a group starting up a local hub for cycling education, advocacy and access called the W.R.E.N.C.H.
We're looking for organizational by-laws, policies and “best...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-07-10, 11:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 905
Posted By 0speedbike

Why not get a cheap cell phone and call in the...

Why not get a cheap cell phone and call in the licence plates of the offending drivers your self?
You might gain insight into where cyclists' rights lay on the cops priority list.
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-14-10, 02:57 AM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 526,810
Posted By 0speedbike

peg city cycle

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This here is my winter ride. Because I volunteer @ a community bike shop I was able to build it for $0 out of 95% post-consumer parts (my old winter bike got stolen, it too 95% post...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-10, 02:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,138
Posted By 0speedbike

forks

From what I've encountered this seems to be how most/all of the mtn bike forks made for 26" wheels w/ brazed on studs are. If dude who sold you those claimed that cantilever or v brakes would work...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-13-10, 09:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,111
Posted By 0speedbike

front break only just fine in winter

Of the 9 winters I've ridden 6 of then have been on a ss road bike with front break only. No problems, but different strokes for different folks I guess.
This winter I've added a back break simply...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-09, 07:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,822
Posted By 0speedbike

sit bones

Do you know what I mean when I reffer to one's "sit bones"? Kinda the "blades" of your pelvis when your in a sitting position? Just rock back n forth on your butt and you'll find where they are....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-09, 06:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,149
Posted By 0speedbike

grinder

'lo there.
I find a disc grinder (you can buy a disc that fits on a regular electric drill) works well. I don't think that removing rivets will weaken the structure but if by you comment about...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-06-09, 02:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 469
Posted By 0speedbike

"Avoid any single speed like the plague." That...

"Avoid any single speed like the plague."
That might be true for that person but it doesn't necessarily mean that it's true for you. If folks ask I generally advise them to try out different bikes...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-05-09, 11:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 469
Posted By 0speedbike

why new?

'lo there.
If yer over 300 I would be weary of aluminium frames if your going to do any rough riding. They have snapped on me before w/ painful results. As for wheels I really don't know what the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-09, 10:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 507
Posted By 0speedbike

thanks folks

thanks folks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 507
Posted By 0speedbike

chainring - chain tension

So, I was helping this person work on their 1spd Freewheel bike, trying to even out the chain tension. We lightly loosened the chain ring bolts and gave the chain a tap on the places where it was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-09, 04:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,988
Posted By 0speedbike

Oily Saddle

'lo all.

I was asked to recondition an old deformed and dried out leather saddle for a friend so I put in a ziplock bag covered it with veg oil and then taped it up in the proper shape. I meant to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-09, 02:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,582
Posted By 0speedbike

suicide fixy

'lo.
I've seen folks make quick suicide fixies with non-cassette hubs by melting soldering stuff onto the hub and screwing the fixed sprocket on the with a series of bb lock rings, one at a time as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-09, 01:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,753
Posted By 0speedbike

...

'lo there.
I'm no expert and I'm not sure if I understood the original post but not knowing what I'm talking about has never stopped me before...

To bring the chain line closer to the frame you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-09, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 724
Posted By 0speedbike

Thanks again, Im posting all this handy info on...

Thanks again,
Im posting all this handy info on our internal shop forum.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-09, 02:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 885
Posted By 0speedbike

Does anyone have a suggestion for a chemical...

Does anyone have a suggestion for a chemical stripper that works well on bike frames
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-09, 02:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,304
Posted By 0speedbike

better to have 1 too few bearings than 1 too many...

better to have 1 too few bearings than 1 too many so you can err on the side of caution that way.
Have you been able to find the specs for the parts on line
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 04:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 621
Posted By 0speedbike

'lo. Sounds like you just need to tighten that...

'lo. Sounds like you just need to tighten that there BB. Check out Sheldon Brown's website for all the deets.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 04:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 724
Posted By 0speedbike

I had heard whispered rumors about soaking in...

I had heard whispered rumors about soaking in ammonia but there were skeptics. I think it's worth a try though, and I'll pick up some o' that PB blaster for the shop as well (it is a free bike shop)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,142
Posted By 0speedbike

I could be wrong but couldn't you just get a used...

I could be wrong but couldn't you just get a used 46 tooth chainring 5speed crank with 165mm arms and slap it on?
Or how about taking a more leisurely ride so that the kid can contribute?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 03:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 724
Posted By 0speedbike

Thanks! I'll check it out.

Thanks! I'll check it out.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 03:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 632
Posted By 0speedbike

Building a bike with kids is an awesome way to...

Building a bike with kids is an awesome way to bond. If you have a good eye for safe used parts I would suggest building up a freewheel SS road bike conversion w/ straight bars. It is so much fun...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 03:05 PM
Replies: 759
Views: 448,100
Posted By 0speedbike

A little trick that I found handy when fix'n...

A little trick that I found handy when fix'n friends' bikes that required tools that I didn't need for my family's bikes was to buy them- not from my LBS - but from one of those faceless corporate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By 0speedbike

It is a "euro" BB. I'll keep my eyes pealed for...

It is a "euro" BB. I'll keep my eyes pealed for any potential candidates (could always throw them on an other bike I'm building up too). I never realized that BMX cranks were an option, thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 02:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 724
Posted By 0speedbike

aluminum+steel = spontanious weld

'lo folks.
A kid picked out a nice frame (some sorta light Richie MTN bike) from our build-me-up room but the aluminum cartridge bits have fused in the bb. Is there anyway of getting this out w/o...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 02:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,167
Posted By 0speedbike

a good wd40ing and let it sit for a while. Then...

a good wd40ing and let it sit for a while. Then wipe off and use a little heat on your lock ring. Once of be sure that there is no wd40 left on cassette etc.
Just a suggestion.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 01:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By 0speedbike

'lo gain. I'm very paranoid when I put on...

'lo gain.
I'm very paranoid when I put on pedals, fearing miss-threading n the like, so I don't think I put them on too tightly. The pedals that were on the last set of cranks were cheap MEC flat...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-09, 01:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By 0speedbike

Hi, thanks for the interest The crank arms...

Hi, thanks for the interest

The crank arms (both sides) are breaking either right where the pedal attaches or a couple of inches above. The last set to go was a pair of SpeedWheel brand MTN cranks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-09, 01:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 326
Posted By 0speedbike

'lo there. what you have there is a costerbrake...

'lo there. what you have there is a costerbrake hub. If you've never repaired them before you would save a lot of time and suffering by getting a used replacement. There a dime a dozen, cheap or free.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-09, 01:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By 0speedbike

Tank Cranks

'lo folks.
I ride a well maintained single speed road bike (though often off-road) and I break cranks (all kinds) with alarming regularity. With one or two exceptions they have all been put on...
Forum: Winter Cycling
05-24-09, 12:59 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,035
Posted By 0speedbike

frozen grease

I found that the grease doesn't freeze per-say but it does get darn thick feeling at around -45 C.
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