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Forum: Northern California
03-20-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 404
Posted By mrblue

Bike Storage

Hi,

I live in the East Bay and I am considering a move to SF. I would be downsizing my living space to afford to live in SF and I don't want to get rid of any of bikes and tools. That being said,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,766
Posted By mrblue

SRAM Brake Bleed Kit

Hi,

I have the basic SRAM brake bleed kit. Can anyone provide some tricks/tips for cleaning the syringes and tubes? I assume just flushing water through them and letting them air dry is all can I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 11:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By mrblue

You are probably right since, I believe, in the...

You are probably right since, I believe, in the instructions for the DAG-2.2 Park says within 3mm is acceptable. It's hard to say since I haven't actually ridden the bike since making the adjustment....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 10:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By mrblue

Checked alignment at the following points on the...

Checked alignment at the following points on the wheel using the Park DAG-2.2

12 o'clock
3 o'clock
6 o'clock
9 o'clock

Used the valve as the reference point
The 3 & 9 o'clock...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-20, 10:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By mrblue

Rear Derailleur Hanger Alignment

I got a new bike a few months back, BC (before COVID), and I've been having some minor rear derailleur shifting issues ever since. No matter how I adjusted the the rear derailleur the shifting just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 462
Posted By mrblue

SRAM Force eTap AXS Quirk

I originally posted this under "Road Cycling" but now that I think about it, it seems more appropriate to post it under "Bicycle Mechanics."

Sorry for the double post.

Hi,

I was lubing the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-20, 08:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 438
Posted By mrblue

SRAM Force eTap AXS Quirk

Hi,

I was lubing the chain on my bike that has SRAM Force eTap AXS. As I was moving the chain through the cogs I noticed something peculiar every once in a while. When I would shift from a smaller...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-20, 11:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By mrblue

Never mind. Disassembled. Reassembled. Nothing....

Never mind. Disassembled. Reassembled. Nothing. Wash. Rinse. Repeat... Everything seems fine now. Go figure.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-20, 08:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By mrblue

I tried replacing the bearings. I did not use...

I tried replacing the bearings. I did not use Zipp bearings, per se. Instead I used some other, less expensive, 6803 bearings. I replaced the bearings and pressed them in "hand tight." This did not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-20, 09:50 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

Aside from my own Campagnolo equipped Colnago's I...

Aside from my own Campagnolo equipped Colnago's I don't see many others out there, around where I live.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-20, 12:19 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

I think selling the bike at this point is a...

I think selling the bike at this point is a little extreme. I never said I hated it and/or regretted buying it. Over all, I actually like it and may learn to appreciate all its bells & whistles in...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-20, 10:14 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

I absolutely get what you are saying. I just find...

I absolutely get what you are saying. I just find it odd that after the first couple of months of owning the bike with SRAM Force eTap and really enjoying it I suddenly started to automatically...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

I disagree with you on this point. That's like...

I disagree with you on this point. That's like saying, "Who would buy Campagnolo Chorus mechanical? It costs twice as much as 105 and 50% more than Ultegra." I think there is enough of a "fanbase"...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-20, 07:44 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

Good point! Kind of like how all the technology...

Good point! Kind of like how all the technology we have is supposed to free us from work to focus on other things; give us more time for leisure, like riding bikes. I wish my boss saw it that way...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-20, 07:00 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

Do you think Campagnolo will allow the EPS 12...

Do you think Campagnolo will allow the EPS 12 speed technology to trickle down to Record and Chorus, or do you think it'll remain exclusive to Super Record? I would assume so, but how long do they...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-20, 09:35 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

I agree with the first two points, but I disagree...

I agree with the first two points, but I disagree with the quicker and smoother shifting argument. I don't think my SRAM Force eTap shifts any quicker or smoother than my Campy or Shimano mechanical...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-20, 09:43 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

Oh yeah! I forgot about that. I do like that...

Oh yeah! I forgot about that. I do like that feature.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-20, 09:34 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 30,634
Posted By mrblue

Electronic Shifting - What's the Point?

Earlier this year BC (Before COVID) I purchased a bike with SRAM Force eTap AXS.

So far I haven't been very impressed with electronic shifting or at least with SRAM's electronic shifting. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-20, 06:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By mrblue

Thank you!

Thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By mrblue

The skewers look like this. Also, the bearings do...

The skewers look like this. Also, the bearings do seem to roll "forever" when the bike is the stand and I spin wheel. They are also super smooth and quiet. Thanks.

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-20, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,668
Posted By mrblue

Zipp 77 Front Hub Problem

Hello,
I have a set of Zipp 202's with the 77/177 hubs (non-disc brake). The issue I am having is with the front hub (77). When I secure the QR with a reasonable amount of pressure there is some...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-20, 08:05 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,823
Posted By mrblue

Interesting. Did you try putting a different tire...

Interesting. Did you try putting a different tire on the wheel to see if the mechanic at the LBS was right? Or maybe he was just saying that because he didn't know either. Not trying to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-20, 07:53 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,823
Posted By mrblue

I concur.

I concur.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-20, 03:45 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,823
Posted By mrblue

I get that. Experience is key. However, I...

I get that. Experience is key. However, I actually enjoy working on my bikes, troubleshooting and learning about them. So, personally, I'd rather take the time to learn how to do something on my bike...
Forum: Northern California
10-12-20, 10:10 AM
Replies: 199
Views: 140,639
Posted By mrblue

Just do it. It's not as bad as you think,...

Just do it. It's not as bad as you think, especially if you live nearby. I actually rode my bike from Castro Valley, to Mt. Diablo, to the top and then back to Castro Valley. That was painful. If I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-20, 02:41 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,823
Posted By mrblue

For me, I've only had about an handful of really...

For me, I've only had about an handful of really positive experiences with local bike shops. Most of the time I'm left wondering, what exactly did I just pay for? I guess my feeling is, if anyone is...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-11-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,276
Posted By mrblue

What the previous replies state are spot on....

What the previous replies state are spot on. However, if you are concerned I would forego the LBS and directly consult a carbon fiber repair specialist. I had the same concern and the LBS turned out...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-20, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,819
Posted By mrblue

Don't bother fixing the wheel. Use this as...

Don't bother fixing the wheel. Use this as opportunity to justify buying new wheels. I mean, who doesn't love new wheels?!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-20, 04:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By mrblue

Thanks for the input. I should have been more...

Thanks for the input. I should have been more accurate in my description. I have ~3mm of clearance between the top of the tire and underside of the rim brake. Do you think this is enough clearance?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-20, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 742
Posted By mrblue

Tire/Brake Clearance

Hello,
I have about 3mm of clearance between the top of my tire and underside of the rim brake caliper. I'm using a 25c tire on a 17mm (internal width) rim. This particular bike is used only paved...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-20, 08:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,735
Posted By mrblue

Hi Bill! The tire is a Vittoria Rubino Pro G+...

Hi Bill!
The tire is a Vittoria Rubino Pro G+ 2.0. My weight is ~130. My favorite food is Spanish or Brazilian. My eyes are brown and my mom says I have a smile to die for. I grew up on the Atlantic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-05-20, 11:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,735
Posted By mrblue

Minimum Tire Pressure

I am using 25c tires on a set of wheels with internal rim widths of 17mm. I typically run about 80psi in the rear and 75psi in the front. I recently noticed on the sidewall of my tire, it says,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-20, 08:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,791
Posted By mrblue

Compressor Recommendations

I have a set of tubeless ready wheels and I'm thinking of actually using them as tubeless (been running them with tubes since I got them new on the bike). I'm pretty certain my little track pump...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,471
Posted By mrblue

Ok. I read the article or at least most of it. My...

Ok. I read the article or at least most of it. My head hurts now. Too much engineer talk. Sorry, I'm a finance guy.

So what I was able to take away from that is as the rim widens the height of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 12:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,471
Posted By mrblue

Thanks. I'll read through this.

Thanks. I'll read through this.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,471
Posted By mrblue

Yes, I agree. I find the small amount of...

Yes, I agree. I find the small amount of clearance I do have to be really annoying. However, I don't really want to go to a 23c tire (as I like the 25c). My only other option is to use a different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 11:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,471
Posted By mrblue

Hi! Thanks for your input. I plan to use the same...

Hi! Thanks for your input. I plan to use the same tire (with the same pressure). Do you know of a way to calculate how much clearance might be lost moving to a 19mm from a 16.25mm internal rim width?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,471
Posted By mrblue

Tire Clearance Calculations

Hello,

I have a very small amount of clearance between my front tire and the brake caliper. Is there a formula I can use to figure out how much less clearance I'll have if I switch to a slightly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By mrblue

Never mind...:notamused: ...

Never mind...:notamused:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1vJ1lOXM7U
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-20, 06:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By mrblue

My Track Pump Is Trying to Kill Me!

I have a Silca Pista Plus pump. Every time I try to remove the chuck from the valve it comes off really hard and it results in my knuckles slamming into the spokes. Is there a trick to removing the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,019
Posted By mrblue

I've been considering that option since I have a...

I've been considering that option since I have a set of Reynolds that are TLR but have been too lazy to deal with it. However, I've heard even if you are running tubeless it's a good idea to carry a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-20, 09:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,019
Posted By mrblue

Inflation Question

Just curious...
Which you do you prefer and why?

CO2 cartridges
Frame pump
Pocket pump

Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-20, 10:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 725
Posted By mrblue

No, it doesn't really matter. I was curious about...

No, it doesn't really matter. I was curious about which of the three gauges was most accurate.

However, I am beginning to think they are all accurate. I noticed that when I release the chuck a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-20, 06:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 725
Posted By mrblue

I am inflating a 25c tire to 80psi, according to...

I am inflating a 25c tire to 80psi, according to the built-in gauge on the pump. I remove the chuck without bleeding or anything. Then, I check the pressure with the digital gauge and the pressure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-20, 04:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 725
Posted By mrblue

Under Pressure

I have two pumps:

Silca Pista Plus
Topeak Joe Blow Sport

According to my Topeak digital pressure gauge both pumps are off by ~3 to 5psi. Could it be possible the pumps' gauges are right on...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-20, 02:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,289
Posted By mrblue

Hi, Thanks for the info. BTW: I saw you...

Hi,

Thanks for the info.
BTW: I saw you have two Colnago C-RS's. Me too! How do you like them? I think for the price they are great. Really under appreciated frames that get eclipsed by Colnago's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-20, 01:30 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,165
Posted By mrblue

What would be really great, for someone like me,...

What would be really great, for someone like me, is if someone could invent a bike that started out as a road bike so I could ride to the gravel road. When I got to the gravel road I could then push...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-20, 01:03 PM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,165
Posted By mrblue

I would say it's all subjective. For me, a gravel...

I would say it's all subjective. For me, a gravel bike is more of a niche bike. Why? Because for me to get to any gravel roads would probably take more effort than I want to put into it. It's easier...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,165
Posted By mrblue

I would say, the act of gravel riding in and of...

I would say, the act of gravel riding in and of itself, no. It has not been short lived. However, the latest trend/campaign by the cycling industry to market gravel-riding to the masses (in order for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 194
Views: 16,165
Posted By mrblue

Totally true!

Totally true!
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