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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-22, 11:18 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,778
Posted By jxpowers

I did, I hit both brakes. Still skidded. I...

I did, I hit both brakes. Still skidded.

I don't think many people on here realise that I was on a bike lane which meant lots of loose gravel and debris from the road will gather.

I know lots...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-22, 09:48 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,778
Posted By jxpowers

Emergency braking will wreck your tyres instantly?

Hi all,

Little backstory: had to brake super hard cause a car turned into the cycle lane unexpectedly, skidded for a few meters. Luckily I didn't come off and came to a safe stop.

Anyway this...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 769
Posted By jxpowers

Done and done, I went for the brand new...

Done and done, I went for the brand new Vittorias, hope they are good.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 769
Posted By jxpowers

Sliced tyre on side wall, what to do?

Howdy,
Just looking for some friendly advice on my tyres, as you can see below I must have rode over something that managed to slice my tyre open with the inner tube slightly poking out.
The tyres...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-22, 10:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

There's no chain rubbbing against the hanger and...

There's no chain rubbbing against the hanger and the gears do shift well, so you're probably right, I thought it was off as well cause I'm so used to Shimano, but it would make sense being a yaw...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-22, 09:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x948/20220719_162422_1f0207c3edbb6cc3c1c1c49e4dd75edb5531ff63.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-22, 07:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

May definitely be a cable routing problem, now...

May definitely be a cable routing problem, now that you mention it, it does seem alot thougher to shift, as if I have to use alot more force then whst would be regarded as normal, but then again it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-22, 06:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

Can you decrease the length of push it takes to get into a larger chainring?

Hi all,

I'm using SRAM force 2x11, on drop handle bars.
With small hands I find it a struggle to cleanly shift into a bigger chain ring on the front, shifting up and down on the cassette is fine....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-23-22, 09:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,246
Posted By jxpowers

In theory how long would it take to cut through kryptonites best lock in the wild

Im talking about the FAHGETTABOUDIT lock In particular.
18mm of hardened steel

I've seen videos of people cutting thru it with angle grinders while locked into a vice and going thru several disks...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-22, 01:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By jxpowers

I currently lock my bike in a bike shed that...

I currently lock my bike in a bike shed that requires pin entry to get in, which is also changed every week, it also has security patrol 24/7.

That being said I am looking at buying 2 kryptonite...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-22, 03:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By jxpowers

What do i do with 2 spare kryptonite cables?

Hi all,

I currently lock my bike with 2 D-locks, both fitting around the wheel and frame. The purpose is to obviously to secure your front wheel with the cable whilst attached to the Dlock which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-22, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By jxpowers

I bought a HAG just for this very problem and it...

I bought a HAG just for this very problem and it turns out the hanger is aligned, im stumped to why else this is happening
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 10:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,027
Posted By jxpowers

Just wanted some thing to do 🤣 no particular...

Just wanted some thing to do 🤣 no particular reason apart from boredom
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 10:06 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,027
Posted By jxpowers

Youre 100% correct. Why didnt i know about this....

Youre 100% correct. Why didnt i know about this. Why is my chain checker way off. What a waste of money
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-22, 09:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,027
Posted By jxpowers

Help with understanding chain wear and what I'm doing wrong

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x948/20220603_154411_bcc610c398eb57d1ab739a6d251f6072f80f05ca.jpg
Hi guys, i bought a bike exactly 2 weeks ago today, its brand new, with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-22, 03:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By jxpowers

Also, its worth nothing that i have crashed my...

Also, its worth nothing that i have crashed my bike before and landed on the rear mech, could this have totally damaged the mech to a point where its easier just to replace it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-22, 10:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By jxpowers

Can't get my gears to shift smoothly mid cassette, please help!

Hi everyone, so im having problems with my shifting.

Background info:
I have a 9 year old road bike, with a sora groupset.
I had it fully serviced recently by a bike mechanic, all new inner...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-14, 08:24 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,483
Posted By jxpowers

Hold the phone!!! :eek: You care about if...

Hold the phone!!! :eek:

You care about if you will look a fool or not but you want to wear skin tight clothing with a baseball cap?

Now i get the full picture, in regards to your question, YES...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-14, 06:51 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 32,483
Posted By jxpowers

if you are that concerned with "aerodynamics" i...

if you are that concerned with "aerodynamics" i suggest you get lycra cycling jersey and shorts which i doubt you have already
however you are concerned with your "swag" hence a baseball cap which...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-14, 09:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 765
Posted By jxpowers

Irrelevant, if someone has experience with...

Irrelevant, if someone has experience with slotted or hollow pins all i want to know is their opinions, I dont care what works well with what
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-14, 04:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 765
Posted By jxpowers

Chains Chains Chains whats reliable?

Whats your opinion on slotted chains?

I heard they break easily from people that are MTB but how does it fair for road cyclists

The same with hollow pins are they much less reliable than...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-14, 12:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By jxpowers

Shifting wise probably not a lot different ...

Shifting wise probably not a lot different

The 6500 is 150grams lighter and chrome plated compared to the HG50 which is nickle plated

I really want something that is light and will last a while
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-14, 09:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By jxpowers

Quick question: People always recommend that if...

Quick question: People always recommend that if you change your cassette you should change your chains aswell, but does it matter if the chain has minor-non stretching?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-14, 09:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By jxpowers

This cassette Shimano Ultegra 6500 9 Speed...

This cassette

Shimano Ultegra 6500 9 Speed Road Cassette | Chain Reaction Cycles (http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/shimano-ultegra-6500-9-speed-road-cassette/rp-prod1094)

I dont mind loosing...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 838
Posted By jxpowers

Noob Question : Upgrading cassette

Hi,

This is the spec on my bike
Norco Threshold A3 2014 Cyclocross Bike | Evans Cycles (http://www.evanscycles.com/products/norco/threshold-a3-2014-cyclocross-bike-ec053834)

I want to change...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-13, 06:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,066
Posted By jxpowers

I dont understand why people laugh at being safe

Why is it "masculine" to not wear helmets or have lights?

Its the same if i said its not "manly" to wear a seat belt when driving a car or turn on your lights when its dark !! AM I RIGHT?

Why...
Forum: Commuting
11-18-13, 04:55 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,599
Posted By jxpowers

Sks bluemels mudguards, but they didnt fit on my...

Sks bluemels mudguards, but they didnt fit on my bike so i had to return them after i had drilled a hole in them to make them fit... Still didnt work tho :(
Forum: Commuting
11-18-13, 04:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,576
Posted By jxpowers

My usb light is Lezyne Micro Drive its 300...

My usb light is Lezyne Micro Drive
its 300 lumens and is more than adequate for road riding. has loads of different modes and is pretty powerful
Forum: Commuting
11-18-13, 04:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,081
Posted By jxpowers

With respect i hate reading about all that...

With respect i hate reading about all that cadence crap, its probably important cause people never stop talking about it, but im going to ride what i think is comfortable, sometimes its best to do...
Forum: Commuting
11-11-13, 04:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,081
Posted By jxpowers

Thanks, i was advised that by many chefs as well,...

Thanks, i was advised that by many chefs as well, from what i heard its Birkenstock Boston all the way
Forum: Commuting
11-10-13, 06:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,081
Posted By jxpowers

I think you hit the nail on the head there, I...

I think you hit the nail on the head there, I have stopped wearing proper chef shoes actually and that is probably why, i could ride my bike all day and i dont think i would have a problem with my...
Forum: Commuting
11-10-13, 03:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,081
Posted By jxpowers

Am I putting my legs under too much work?

Hi,

A year ago i worked as a chef, i used to cycle to work on my mtb; when ever the weather was good, I never had a problem with aching legs EVER!

then i left work for 3 months and never rode...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-06-13, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,078
Posted By jxpowers

THis is my bike...

THis is my bike http://www.evanscycles.com/products/norco/threshold-a3-2014-cyclocross-bike-ec053834

My budget is around £200, Ive come across a few mudguards that arent compatible with disk brakes
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-06-13, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,078
Posted By jxpowers

CX wheels with disk compatibility :( ?

:twitchy:

Im having such a hard time finding 700c wheels that can take disk and fit 32c wheels,
Been looking for 2 hours searching
Evans, Wiggle, Wheelies, ChainReactions

Is anyone running...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-22-13, 05:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By jxpowers

Ive got some i just forgot to put them on...

Ive got some i just forgot to put them on (rushing to get home), i usually ride on the roads but as i didnt have my light i didnt stay on roads :(
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-21-13, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By jxpowers

I crashed today :( i think my saddle is broken (picture)

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It was dark at night, i was going downhill and there was this huge curb that i didnt see and before i knew it my bike hit the curb at 20mph i went flying with a laptop in my bag and the...
Forum: Commuting
08-04-13, 09:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,729
Posted By jxpowers

Im a chef, i travel 10 miles in one day (there...

Im a chef, i travel 10 miles in one day (there and back)
After working 13 hour shifts on my feet. I couldnt imagine doing 17miles or anything like that no way
Forum: Commuting
08-04-13, 09:27 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,541
Posted By jxpowers

Same happened to me not too long ago, on...

Same happened to me not too long ago, on straights i pedal as fast as i can, when ever im turning i take it slow cause my tires slide, lost loads of confidence when i slid like 20 meters on my side...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-13, 05:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By jxpowers

All im doing is upgrading, why would i spend even...

All im doing is upgrading, why would i spend even MORE money on a new bike when the one i have is already new?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-13, 02:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By jxpowers

I thought that the spacing between the chain and...

I thought that the spacing between the chain and the cassette will be different? and even the crankset?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-13, 06:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By jxpowers

Can anyone explain to me how spacers work?

So im buying Mavic Crossride UB Wheel Set

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/mavic/crossride-ub-wheel-set-ec025792#answers

Im going to buy a 7 speed cassette and im wondering what spacer will...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-13, 06:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

Found some...

Found some http://www.evanscycles.com/products/mavic/crossride-ub-wheel-set-ec025792#answers
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-13, 06:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

If I had a ton of money i would have just bought...

If I had a ton of money i would have just bought a new bike haha
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-13, 06:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,055
Posted By jxpowers

26" hybrid Wheels exist?

Ive having a tough time finding some, im looking for new light weight wheels for my bike

Road wheels wont fit the tyres i use, so i need hybrid ones, and MTB wheels are just too heavy.

does...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-13, 07:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 756
Posted By jxpowers

Looking for light weight wheels Please help

I want to do some upgrading on my bike
http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bikes/mountain/hardrock/hardrock26#specs
this is what i have at the moment

I already changed handle bars, pedals, tires...
Forum: Commuting
12-29-12, 07:26 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,048
Posted By jxpowers

240 on bike 30 for tires ( didnt like ) ...

240 on bike

30 for tires ( didnt like )
another 40 on tires

40 on front light ( broke )
another 20 to repair

13 for back light
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-12, 07:57 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 7,326
Posted By jxpowers

i got the right bike, dont worry about me kid

i got the right bike, dont worry about me kid
Forum: Commuting
12-21-12, 07:28 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 16,658
Posted By jxpowers

I got stopped by police because my 1000 lumen...

I got stopped by police because my 1000 lumen light was too bright and that i was pointing it straight forward.
they told me if i point it down them its ok
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-10-12, 05:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,908
Posted By jxpowers

It would be a second hand bike... carrera vulcan...

It would be a second hand bike... carrera vulcan 07
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-12, 06:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,908
Posted By jxpowers

http://www.amazon.co.uk/A2Z-Mountain-Brake-Adaptor...

http://www.amazon.co.uk/A2Z-Mountain-Brake-Adaptor-DM-UNI/dp/B001O9PHMW/ref=sr_1_1?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1355100435&sr=1-1

this looks like it might fit on it? what do you think>
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