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Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-22, 06:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,622
Posted By mtn drew

This is my kick stand, I always accidentally kick...

This is my kick stand, I always accidentally kick it every time I'm walking.
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-22, 01:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By mtn drew

Sorry I forgot to mention that. yes it is...

Sorry I forgot to mention that. yes it is hydraulic. 4 piston Tektro HD-M745. I am just worried that it might cause a big problem later on as the "more active" pistons are pushing the rotor towards...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-22, 07:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By mtn drew

Brake pistons

My front wheel piston's travel are not equal. One side travles and moves more than the other side. I already cleaned and soaked them with alcohol and reset them by pushing them flush, but the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-22, 07:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 367
Posted By mtn drew

It's been a few days now and I haven't lost...

It's been a few days now and I haven't lost pressure... fingers crossed.. I'll be using the bike today and see what happens
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-22, 08:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By mtn drew

Thanks all, I am looking at them all.

Thanks all, I am looking at them all.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-22, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By mtn drew

Brake pad help

I want to replace my brake pads. Please help me find, I don't know what to look for.
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-22, 10:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 459
Posted By mtn drew

The socket will be a better choice. I think...

The socket will be a better choice. I think Harborfreight sell them sockets individually too. Also check Walmart in their tool section.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-22, 12:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
Posted By mtn drew

I had a similar thing happen to me early this...

I had a similar thing happen to me early this year. I started weight lifting and doing sit ups. My back really hurt. My sister is a physical therapist and she said I should rest it until there is no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 367
Posted By mtn drew

Did I compromise my rim ?

My rear wheel has been leaking for months. I would pump it to 25 psi and leave it for a week and it will be nearly flat. I delayed opening it until it's time to check and replenish the sealant.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-22, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 472
Posted By mtn drew

I've done it easily from the top. The difficult...

I've done it easily from the top. The difficult part was removing and reinstalling the rubber covers on the frame of the bike :lol:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-22, 07:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 472
Posted By mtn drew

I haven't done this yet, maybe next week. So...

I haven't done this yet, maybe next week. So where do I pull the housing from? Start from the shifter down to derailleur? Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-22, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 472
Posted By mtn drew

Changing shifter housing

After a long hiatus from mtn biking, I'm back.

I want to change my shifter and derailleur.

Already have the parts, but want to know if there is any special technique on how to change the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-22, 11:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By mtn drew

Sorry I forgot to mention, I did use the parktool...

Sorry I forgot to mention, I did use the parktool DAG-2.2 to align my hanger.

Other symptoms I have are, the chain is noisy on the first (smallest) cog, and yes, I have removed the chain and lined...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-22, 11:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By mtn drew

shimano deore m6100 1x12 speed drivetrain

shimano deore m6100 1x12 speed drivetrain
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-22, 08:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 961
Posted By mtn drew

Way to check a derailleur

Is there a way to check a derailleur for alignment?

My shifting is difficult to micro-adjust, especially when shifting from 4th to 5th gear.

I already checked my dearailleur hanger and it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-22, 06:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 330
Posted By mtn drew

By adjusting the nut by the lever until it's too...

By adjusting the nut by the lever until it's too loose that it barely pulls the pump inside and difficult to move the post up or down.

Problem with bringing it to the shop, they may charge me now,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-22, 12:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 330
Posted By mtn drew

Dropper post keeps dropping

I have a Trance 2021 which came with a Giant dropper post.

It now keeps dropping about an inch or two everytime I let it go up to its maximum height and sit on it. Simetimes if I wait a few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-22, 06:46 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,854
Posted By mtn drew

When I lived in the UK, my buddy and I lived...

When I lived in the UK, my buddy and I lived together and rented a house. We both had bikes just to ride around the neighborhood. We locked them together and pinned them between a parked car and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-22, 10:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 648
Posted By mtn drew

Freewheel tool...

Freewheel tool (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FI8WWZY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1&)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-22, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 875
Posted By mtn drew

Re-use CN910

I know shimano says single use, but do you re-use your chain link ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-22, 03:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By mtn drew

BIG thanks, I will order from the second one... ...

BIG thanks, I will order from the second one...
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Well, I have a local Giant dealer here, but they are always out of stock of anything, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-22, 11:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 669
Posted By mtn drew

Can you help me find this in US ....

I need an OEM derailleur hanger for my Giant Trance 2021. Does Giant sell them to customers?

Pictures below:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-22, 02:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,230
Posted By mtn drew

how about bikes online ???

how about bikes online ???
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-22, 11:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 153
Posted By mtn drew

Giant Talon 2 or 4 ?

Thinking of buying a cheap second bike just to use around my neighborhood with the kids and the occasional green trails in my area.

I have narrowed my choices to Talon 2 or Talon 4. The main...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-22, 08:45 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,465
Posted By mtn drew

May I ask what WD40 are peoole talking about? Is...

May I ask what WD40 are peoole talking about? Is it the original WD40 penetrant, or the specific WD40 dry bike lube that comes in small cans ? Then there is is this WD40 that I also want to ask if it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-22, 07:00 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,377
Posted By mtn drew

With me, I get really brilliant ideas when I'm...

With me, I get really brilliant ideas when I'm drunk, then I forget them when I wake up in the morning 😅
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-22, 06:57 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 31,804
Posted By mtn drew

5'5" I ride a Giant Trance Small frame and...

5'5"
I ride a Giant Trance Small frame and 27.5 wheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-22, 06:42 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 9,481
Posted By mtn drew

They are the best bang for buck, and well made....

They are the best bang for buck, and well made. Customer service is top notch. I originally bought the 2 inch double version but it was too heavy and I couldn't use it on my other vehicle with 1 1/4...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-22, 06:56 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 10,438
Posted By mtn drew

I just spoke to my local bike shop and they told...

I just spoke to my local bike shop and they told me, all Bike Masters shops has just been acquired by Specialized... I don't know if that matters though...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,301
Posted By mtn drew

I alrady did the first time I road my bike. I was...

I alrady did the first time I road my bike. I was going downhill, so lifted my butt and moved back and down. I got caught by the tire and squished between the tire and seat post. Luckily I was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-22, 09:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,301
Posted By mtn drew

Thanks for the replies guys. I asked that same...

Thanks for the replies guys. I asked that same question about cycling shoes and was hesitant to buy one. I just recently got a RC brand shoes because it was on sale a couple weeks ago and after 3...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,301
Posted By mtn drew

Cycling shorts

So I'm new to mtn biking and just want to ask if a cycling shorts is a must have? Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-22, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 572,071
Posted By mtn drew

I'm new to mtn biking only started 2 months ago...

I'm new to mtn biking only started 2 months ago and slowly building my stamina. The longest I did was 21 miles according to strava.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-22, 07:59 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,291
Posted By mtn drew

Wow 1099 at $600? Listing fees and seller fees +...

Wow 1099 at $600? Listing fees and seller fees + paypal fees are now expensive. Ebay is now a big joke anyway. It will be better to sell in forums or bike swap meets. Or even garage sale or car boot...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-22, 04:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 412
Posted By mtn drew

Front tire lifts up

I have a new Giant Trance 27.5 and when I'm climbing steep hills, sometimes the front tire lifts up like it's going to wheeley.
I am already leaning my body forward.

There is 30mm of headset...
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