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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 282
Posted By greysquirrel

There is an OD and OD2. The OD has 1 1/8 steerer...

There is an OD and OD2. The OD has 1 1/8 steerer and 1 1/4 bottom headset. The OD2 has 1 1/4 steerer and 1 1/2 bottom headset.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-28-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,081
Posted By greysquirrel

I wax chains and have 2 Shimano and 1 KMC. I...

I wax chains and have 2 Shimano and 1 KMC. I setup the rear derailleur using a Shimano chain. The 2 Shimano shift exactly the same but the KMC ever so slightly hesitates on shifts.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 5,522
Posted By greysquirrel

Are car turn signals "strobe" lights? :)

Are car turn signals "strobe" lights? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 5,522
Posted By greysquirrel

I think a solid light is just a point so it's...

I think a solid light is just a point so it's hard to tell if it's moving closer to you. The flashing light will seem to appear in a different spot so you can estimate using 2 reference points.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,081
Posted By greysquirrel

The last sentence of the Cycling Beast article...

The last sentence of the Cycling Beast article stays replace your chain every 750-1000 miles!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 5,522
Posted By greysquirrel

At dusk, a Celeste colored Bianchi rode past me...

At dusk, a Celeste colored Bianchi rode past me and it totally stood out. Unfortunately, he made a turn and started going away from me and he was basically invisible. The seat stays/chain stays were...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-23, 12:57 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,355
Posted By greysquirrel

Cold slows me down. I normally ride in 60-65F...

Cold slows me down. I normally ride in 60-65F weather. 90F+ is no problem but below 50F even with correct layers makes me lethargic/stiff.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-23, 01:32 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,961
Posted By greysquirrel

I have GRX 810: rear cable broke 2500mi(actually...

I have GRX 810: rear cable broke 2500mi(actually broke on ride), front frayed(poor shifting) 3500mi. Internal routing so had a bike shop do both.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-23, 07:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 932
Posted By greysquirrel

I find it better to forcefully exhale using my...

I find it better to forcefully exhale using my diaphragm and relaxing on the inhale. When using my diaphragm, my chest doesn't go in and out eliminating the need to use my abdominal muscles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-11-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,794
Posted By greysquirrel

Would just changing brake fluid be enough or are...

Would just changing brake fluid be enough or are saying it has to be a flush?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-22, 06:51 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,826
Posted By greysquirrel

I wash cold water delicate with all my other...

I wash cold water delicate with all my other cycling clothes and hang to dry. None of my other stuff has shrunk.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,826
Posted By greysquirrel

I bought some but over the last several months...

I bought some but over the last several months they have shrunk quite a bit.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-05-22, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,891,511
Posted By greysquirrel

How is the Ti stem compared to an Al? Is it more...

How is the Ti stem compared to an Al? Is it more comfortable/less precise...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-22, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 54,695
Posted By greysquirrel

What I find works even better is sticking my hand...

What I find works even better is sticking my hand and arm out.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-22, 01:29 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,744
Posted By greysquirrel

Did you actually get them yet? I heard...

Did you actually get them yet? I heard Performance was unreliable.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-22, 04:10 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,855
Posted By greysquirrel

Just don't put it on the inside of the lens. It...

Just don't put it on the inside of the lens. It tends to evaporate and irritate your eyes.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-25-22, 10:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 565
Posted By greysquirrel

Misadjusted deraileur? I had a similar problem. I...

Misadjusted deraileur? I had a similar problem. I re-index it and it went away.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkZxPIZ1ngY
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-22, 09:50 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,825
Posted By greysquirrel

After reading this thread, I started stopping...

After reading this thread, I started stopping only with my front brake(road riding). Did I stop in a shorter distance? Probably but I got the dreaded rotor ping and a ton of front tire...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-22, 09:26 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,925
Posted By greysquirrel

I alternate feet to equalize wear on my cleats....

I alternate feet to equalize wear on my cleats. But then of course I wax my chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-22, 06:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,235
Posted By greysquirrel

Thanks. Got it out no problem. Lucky I had a...

Thanks. Got it out no problem. Lucky I had a metal coat hanger to fish out the wedge that fell into the steerer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-22, 08:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,235
Posted By greysquirrel

Giant Revolt-How to remove compression bolt?

I want to cut my Giant Revolt Advance carbon steerer tube? How do I remove the compression bolt inside the steerer? The top bolt comes right off. Thanks.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-22, 01:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,834
Posted By greysquirrel

I had a pair of Sidis that did this. Eventually...

I had a pair of Sidis that did this. Eventually bought another pair, the newer model had the body screwed onto the soles(through the insoles in the heel area).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-22, 01:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,430
Posted By greysquirrel

My Arch Supremes(bought them new years ago) have...

My Arch Supremes(bought them new years ago) have no play whatsoever.Where is the play? Is it the brake arm on the brake post? The Arch Supremes uses cartridge bearings to rotate on the post. Maybe...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-22, 10:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,430
Posted By greysquirrel

Avid Arch Supremes. My hard tail has a pair of...

Avid Arch Supremes. My hard tail has a pair of these. Even more fantastically over engineered than Shimano XTR.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-22, 10:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,430
Posted By greysquirrel

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-22, 04:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 480
Posted By greysquirrel

I had a GRX disc brake that did the same thing....

I had a GRX disc brake that did the same thing. Tried cleaning but didn't work. 1 pad was always farther out then the other. I just repositioned the caliper to center the rotor. Solved the problem.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-22, 03:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,325
Posted By greysquirrel

One time I was doing some gravel riding and some...

One time I was doing some gravel riding and some spots were very sandy. I had a crash and the side of my shoe landed in some sand. After the ride, it was almost impossible to "unspool" my Sidi "boa"...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-04-22, 10:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 612
Posted By greysquirrel

54 Expert in white available for order on...

54 Expert in white available for order on website(USA)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-22, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,147
Posted By greysquirrel

I just go to their website and an offer for...

I just go to their website and an offer for discount pops up if you sign up for newsletter w/ email address.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-22, 02:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,472
Posted By greysquirrel

I saw one cyclist w/ all black: black bike,...

I saw one cyclist w/ all black: black bike, helmet, jacket, tights, socks, shoes. And the road was narrow, winding and shoulderless with a lot of tress causing dark shadows. I thought to myself, this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-21, 09:03 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,743
Posted By greysquirrel

I don't bike in wet conditions but for hiking I...

I don't bike in wet conditions but for hiking I have a Neoshell jacket which is very breathable and waterproof. However it's so breathable that it retains heat poorly and can feel chilly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-10-21, 05:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,428
Posted By greysquirrel

I bought a lay back Ti seatpost. I weight about...

I bought a lay back Ti seatpost. I weight about 180lbs and I would actually actually bob up and down when I pedaled because it was so flexible but it was comfortable. I actually sold it shortly later.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-21, 05:39 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,154
Posted By greysquirrel

Why would Specialize honor the 400 bike sales...

Why would Specialize honor the 400 bike sales since Mike's Bikes wouldn't be able to sell any more? Specialized would want to direct customers to stores where repeat/multiple/accessories sales are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-21, 06:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 12,131
Posted By greysquirrel

Instead of a rubber band how about an O-ring?

Instead of a rubber band how about an O-ring?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-21, 07:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,607
Posted By greysquirrel

I have a long torso. I was going to recommend...

I have a long torso. I was going to recommend Voler club-fit jerseys($75) but looking at their website it seems like they are no longer listed. I just bought 2 several weeks ago.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,495
Posted By greysquirrel

Unless you're using sealant. The sealant can...

Unless you're using sealant. The sealant can collect on the tube side of the presta valve preventing it from totally closing when you remove the pump head resulting in a slow air leak. When I close...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-21, 11:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,812
Posted By greysquirrel

Free sipping, no tax and recently 10% off: ...

Free sipping, no tax and recently 10% off:

https://www.coloradocyclist.com/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-21, 07:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,412
Posted By greysquirrel

Auto correct is on but didn't happen during the...

Auto correct is on but didn't happen during the ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-21, 09:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,412
Posted By greysquirrel

Total climbed error

I use a Garmin Fenix 6 Pro for biking. Started a ride at about 2000 ft, rode down to about sea level, rode back to the start. Garmin said the ending altitude was 1100 ft. and total climb only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-21, 09:50 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 10,343
Posted By greysquirrel

Crash your bike into a wall, totally destroy it...

Crash your bike into a wall, totally destroy it and use this:
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/composite_confidence

BTW, says only in USA.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-21, 11:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,995
Posted By greysquirrel

For carbon fiber, how about: ...

For carbon fiber, how about:

https://argonautcycles.com/the-rm3/
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-17-21, 07:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,502
Posted By greysquirrel

Yeah, $1700 for 4 bikes!! Got a Kuat 2 NV 4...

Yeah, $1700 for 4 bikes!!
Got a Kuat 2 NV 4 bike. My wife loves the orange color but actually hate it.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-22-21, 10:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,958
Posted By greysquirrel

My first MTB was a Bridgestone with rigid fork,...

My first MTB was a Bridgestone with rigid fork, 72 degree head tube, 41 in wheelbase. Good times!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-21, 11:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,750
Posted By greysquirrel

I have the same problem. (coincidentally almost...

I have the same problem. (coincidentally almost the same measurements). I was a long time MTB rider looking for a gravel bike. I was in between sizes but I found that the smaller size had more weight...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-07-21, 10:06 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 16,360
Posted By greysquirrel

When I was researching gravel bikes, there was...

When I was researching gravel bikes, there was one manufacturer that spec'ed 11-40 cassettes with GRX 810 2x.I forgot which company but it was one of the lesser known non-American brands.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-03-21, 09:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 16,360
Posted By greysquirrel

I use to ride a MTB. I just got a new gravel...

I use to ride a MTB. I just got a new gravel bike. and for the last several weeks and have been riding on road to get use to it. It has 31X 34 and I have to admit it isn't low enough. Some of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-21, 07:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 994
Posted By greysquirrel

Yeah, but would cost several thousand more.

Yeah, but would cost several thousand more.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-21, 02:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 994
Posted By greysquirrel

Carbon fiber

Interesting article on carbon fiber bikes:

https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/product-news/inside-frame-design-489852
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-22-21, 01:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 21,223
Posted By greysquirrel

When I was at the Specialized store(SF area),...

When I was at the Specialized store(SF area), they said that they had people from NY buying bikes and they had a backorder of 3000 bikes!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-21, 07:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,033
Posted By greysquirrel

On a recent road ride, out of the 30 bikes I saw...

On a recent road ride, out of the 30 bikes I saw ~25 were Specialized.
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