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Forum: For Sale
11-19-23, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By xg5a

Bump and a price drop down to $1500!

Bump and a price drop down to $1500!
Forum: For Sale
08-14-23, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By xg5a

Yes that's correct. This one, to be exact: ...

Yes that's correct. This one, to be exact:

https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=95016&category=3673
Forum: For Sale
07-10-23, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By xg5a

Bump for price drop.

Bump for price drop.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 709
Posted By xg5a

"Fancy" Carbon Wheels Care & Feeding (Ultegra C36)

I've built up a few road bike wheelsets using "traditional" designs like aluminum rims, brass nipples, and J-bend spokes. But I decided to try something different on one of my bikes, and found a...
Forum: For Sale
06-10-23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 421
Posted By xg5a

More pics: ...

More pics:
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/pxl_20230610_162825769_19ad3873e2d81a77b3997a5a3e739520444d2f3d.jpg...
Forum: For Sale
06-10-23, 10:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 421
Posted By xg5a

Shimano S-Phyre SH-RC902 Road Shoes (Size 47 / US 12)

For sale is a set of very gently used Shimano RC9 (SH-RC902) road shoes. Size 47, US 12. I purchased these last fall and have ridden them on about 10x ~20 mile road rides. Unfortunately for me, I've...
Forum: For Sale
06-05-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By xg5a

2016 All-City Space Horse 52cm (Custom Build)

Up for sale is an All City Space Horse allroad/gravel bike in excellent condition. This is a custom build that I put together originally for my wife, at a higher spec than the pre-built bikes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

It's something from back in the day when there...

It's something from back in the day when there were only 5-6 gears in the back, called "half-step gearing". If you wanted "wide range" on the freewheel in the back, like 14-34, you'd end up with huge...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-23, 01:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

Very cool except for the square taper and totally...

Very cool except for the square taper and totally different aesthetic from the rest of the bike. I do like the look of old components though, not gonna lie! And half-step gearing would be SO much...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-23, 07:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

Don't forget, what really matters is the ANGLE...

Don't forget, what really matters is the ANGLE that the chain comes off of the cogs. The exact alignment between chainrings and cogs only matters indirectly. For instance, imagine a bike with super...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

A closer look at the chainring was very...

A closer look at the chainring was very enlightening for me too. I'm glad I'm not feeding a nice new chain to a worn out ring.

So right now, the big ring is aligned with the third from smallest...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

I had a chance today to look at the chainring...

I had a chance today to look at the chainring condition more. Since I have a new chain, I tried the "pull the chain off of the chainring in the middle of the wrap" test. The chain only pulls away...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 07:12 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

I will. To be honest, I also just like...

I will. To be honest, I also just like experimenting with bike parts, and I want to know how it will turn out!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

I'm not super versed in BB standards besides...

I'm not super versed in BB standards besides square taper... Will a 30mm spindle fit on a bike with an English threaded BB shell?

FSA's newest generation gossamer crank also comes in 46/30 and I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 07:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

Thanks for this info!! I think I understand what...

Thanks for this info!! I think I understand what you mean about needing a tight fitting support tube between the holes in the crank and chainring. I don't know if it'll work for this GRX crank...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

I see what you mean about the shape of the teeth...

I see what you mean about the shape of the teeth on the big ring. Still though, 1000mi seems way too fast for this kind of wear, right? Maybe I'll try the "how far can you pull the chain off the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

OP here.... Can confirm, the OP is definitely a...

OP here.... Can confirm, the OP is definitely a bit ocd about this! 😂

In all seriousness though, I think the 46/30 is best used as basically a 1x with the small ring as a bailout gear. My ideal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 06:12 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

The noise I mention isn't due to anything rubbing...

The noise I mention isn't due to anything rubbing - the FD works totally fine. The issue is just that there is significant cross-chaining when riding in the big ring and anywhere past the middle of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 06:04 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

This is exactly the sort of concerns I was hoping...

This is exactly the sort of concerns I was hoping would be raised here about the chainring spacers route. When you say the spacers must fit tightly to the screws, do you mean in terms of the inside...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-23, 07:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

According to my measurements, I could move the...

According to my measurements, I could move the chainrings in at least 5mm and still have 1-2mm of clearance around the frame.

No spacers anywhere on the BB. It's an English threaded 68mm BB shell.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,970
Posted By xg5a

Decreasing the Chainline on a Shimano GRX Crank

I'm running a Shimano FC-RX600-11 crank + GRX front derailleur with a shimano 105 R7000 setup, on a Cannondale Synapse. I really like the lower gearing that the 46/30 crank provides, but I wish it...
Forum: For Sale
08-15-22, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 805
Posted By xg5a

Yes, everything here is still available.

Yes, everything here is still available.
Forum: For Sale
08-10-22, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 805
Posted By xg5a

Bump

Bump
Forum: For Sale
08-10-22, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 533
Posted By xg5a

Bump. Price lowered to $60.

Bump. Price lowered to $60.
Forum: For Sale
08-10-22, 12:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 880
Posted By xg5a

Sold

Sold
Forum: For Sale
07-13-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 880
Posted By xg5a

Price change: $100 plus shipping. Happy to...

Price change: $100 plus shipping. Happy to provide a shipping quote!
Forum: For Sale
07-02-22, 12:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 805
Posted By xg5a

Suntour Accushift Barcon Shifters, Trigger Shifters, and Derailleurs

I have a few Suntour Accushift components for sale. Everything is in decent condition, showing signs of use but working correctly.

First for sale is a set of Suntour Accushift Plus Bar End...
Forum: For Sale
07-02-22, 11:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 533
Posted By xg5a

Suntour Command Shifters 7 Speed Accushift Plus

Up for sale is a set of classic Suntour Command shifters (Accushift plus 3x7). The rear shifter is switchable between indexed and friction, while the front is micro-ratcheting. They are in good, used...
Forum: For Sale
07-02-22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 880
Posted By xg5a

Rene Herse Chinook Pass Tires (brand new)

Up for sale is an unused, unopened set of Rene Herse Chinook Pass 700x28C tires (https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/components/tires/700c/700cx28-chinook-pass/) (standard casing). I purchased them...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-13-21, 09:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,566
Posted By xg5a

Yeah, the problem I always have with big and tall...

Yeah, the problem I always have with big and tall shops, is that it's big AND tall. So therefore gloves like that (and other clothes) have the length I need but are way too large otherwise. Still...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-05-21, 02:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,566
Posted By xg5a

Oh, gotcha. I'd like to be able to ride down to...

Oh, gotcha. I'd like to be able to ride down to 35-40F, below that I'm just too cold overall.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-05-21, 11:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,566
Posted By xg5a

I have these gloves specifically, I usually wear...

I have these gloves specifically, I usually wear them under a set of half-finger cycling gloves that are 1 size too large for me. I'd say they're good down to about 50-55F (10-12C)...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-05-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,566
Posted By xg5a

I do have some stretchy gloves that work for...

I do have some stretchy gloves that work for "cool" weather, do you think they'd be enough under the bar mitts?
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-01-21, 09:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,566
Posted By xg5a

Need help finding winter cycling gloves that actually fit

L or XL gloves usually fit in the palm. XXL gloves are good in finger length, but not long enough in the thumb. This leaves a gap between thumb and fingers which hurts when gripping the handlebars....
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-20-21, 07:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,964
Posted By xg5a

Thumbs down to that! I guess NBC got tired of...

Thumbs down to that! I guess NBC got tired of showing this? And wow, $30/month for flobikes?!?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-19-21, 10:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,964
Posted By xg5a

Road world championships on US TV?

I'm in the US, I usually check out the UCI road world championships on either NBC sports or the Olympic channel. Looked today to try watching the time trial and couldn't find it on either live or...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

Interesting. My top-load high efficiency washer...

Interesting. My top-load high efficiency washer is tricky as far as settings go to actually get the clothes clean. For "regular" clothing I usually use tide free&clear detergent, a little sprinkle of...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-21, 07:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

You have a very fair point, and yes I'm...

You have a very fair point, and yes I'm definitely frustrated/venting. But on the other hand, this isn't exactly the normal warranty issue of "it broke", this is more like "your product randomly...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-21, 07:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

Shimano are the ones who bought them, right?...

Shimano are the ones who bought them, right? Based on shimano's other products, cheapening the product to increase profits doesn't make sense. Based on the product quality and prices of Shimano, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-21, 07:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

Good thought, but I bought these items directly...

Good thought, but I bought these items directly from the PI website. Like you, I also have gloves, shoes, etc from them which are all of good quality, that's partly why the low quality of these...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-21, 02:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

Oh interesting, I've never had PI shorts for...

Oh interesting, I've never had PI shorts for myself so I didn't know they have this tendency to stretch. It really sucks though!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-21, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

They didn't go into the dryer, good question...

They didn't go into the dryer, good question though. That being said I've had some of my own cycling shorts in the dryer on extra-low heat and they came out fine, is that not typically ok to do?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-21, 02:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,408
Posted By xg5a

Pearl Izumi Shorts Quality & Customer Service

I guess I'm here a little to rant and a little for a sanity check. My wife and I have been riding together a lot since last summer. In the fall, we upgraded her clothing, with a pair of Pearl Izumi...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,182
Posted By xg5a

About 15 years ago, I was getting ready for an...

About 15 years ago, I was getting ready for an early morning ride with a friend. It was very early and I was a teenager, so I was pretty sleepy. Leaving from my house, the ride went straight into a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-27-21, 07:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,025
Posted By xg5a

We seem to have similar tire philosophies, it's...

We seem to have similar tire philosophies, it's good to hear that stuff and slow tires aren't strictly required.

Somehow I had it in my head that the Vittorias would need to be over 70psi with the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-27-21, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,025
Posted By xg5a

Thank you all for the suggestions, that's super...

Thank you all for the suggestions, that's super helpful info!

Some more details I can add:

My bike should fit at least 35c tires. I'm a big fan of bigger tires and lower pressures. Some have...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-27-21, 03:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,025
Posted By xg5a

Questions about tires for road tandems

I'm an experienced single bike rider and have done a lot of wrenching on them as well, recently I've been fixing up an older tandem to ride with a friend. It's an early 90s Burley Duet, with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-21, 05:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,768
Posted By xg5a

Here's a photo of the hood so you can see how...

Here's a photo of the hood so you can see how swelled it is. In contrast, the right hood is only a tiny bit loose, after peeling it back for the bleeding. I don't think much/any mineral oil has...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-21, 11:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,768
Posted By xg5a

Good thoughts, thanks. I can confirm I used the...

Good thoughts, thanks. I can confirm I used the Shimano brand mineral oil. And I did already clean everything in order to find the source of the leak. The caliper and hose connections remained bone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-21, 09:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,768
Posted By xg5a

​​​​​​​Thanks for the info. I definitely have the...

​​​​​​​Thanks for the info. I definitely have the bleed port plug screw in correctly with the O-ring intact, plus the area around it is dry. That was my first thought too, but this leak is definitely...
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