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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-22, 12:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,004
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Eyelet hole caps/inserts?

Forgive the newbie question, but I've got some unused mount points on my bike that I'd like to plug up to keep random junk from getting inside the frame. What should I use to close these holes? Is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-22-22, 12:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,469
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Brief follow-up for any who care: I was able to...

Brief follow-up for any who care: I was able to get the GK SS tires seated on my rims, finally.

I tried to do the "Syd" way, but had trouble keeping the bead on the opposite side of the tire to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-11-21, 09:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,469
Posted By BlueRaspberry

I wonder what your guys did to get it to work? ...

I wonder what your guys did to get it to work?

I went to an LBS and they were not able to get them to seat, though they tried little more than using an air chamber. I suppose I should look for a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-11-21, 08:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,469
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Have tried a few ideas and many hours, and worn...

Have tried a few ideas and many hours, and worn thumbs from tire levers, have yet to find success.

I used an innertube to inflate one tire on the rim and let it stretch for a few days. I removed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-21, 05:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,451
Posted By BlueRaspberry

I think you're probably right with this theory....

I think you're probably right with this theory. They are damn grippy - you can't even rotate the tire around after putting one bead on the rim in order to position the tire labels where you'd like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-21, 07:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,451
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Thanks for the feedback, everyone. I appreciate...

Thanks for the feedback, everyone. I appreciate it. Being my first attempt, I was/am a bit too timid to put too much effort into getting the tires seated but am glad to hear your advice and (partial)...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-31-21, 07:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,469
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Thank you for the information. I'll get back at...

Thank you for the information. I'll get back at it with some more patience and see if I can find success!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-30-21, 07:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,469
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Thanks for the reply! The tire documentation said...

Thanks for the reply! The tire documentation said not to use soap, especially when using tubeless sealant. Is that a concern?

Also, regarding point #1, they don't inflate at all, but the amateur...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-30-21, 01:26 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,469
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Can't get Gravelkings seated - anyone get them working hookless??

Hi! It's my first time trying tubeless/hookless and I've hit a snag at the very beginning of my journey: I can't get my tire beads to sit on the wheel!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-21, 01:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,451
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Trouble seating hookless Gravelkings - need advice!!

Hi! It's my first time trying tubeless/hookless and I've hit a snag at the very beginning of my journey: I can't get my tire beads to sit on the wheel! :(

I've got some LightBicycle WR36s wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-21, 01:30 AM
Replies: 1,451
Views: 393,765
Posted By BlueRaspberry

It's probably something akin to the new Zipp 353...

It's probably something akin to the new Zipp 353 - trying to combine the aero gains of deeper rims with the better crosswind handling (and lighter weight) of shallower rims.
Zipp 353 NSW info - Bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-21, 11:12 PM
Replies: 1,451
Views: 393,765
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Has anyone seen, have additional info, or an...

Has anyone seen, have additional info, or an opinion on these new "X-Flow" rims from LightBicycle? Introducing Falcon Pro AR375 & AR465 (lightbicycle.com)...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-13-21, 09:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Wow. I was assuming they'd balloon to 35 on a...

Wow. I was assuming they'd balloon to 35 on a wide rim. Great to know.

I appreciate that you took the time to confirm and share those images. Thank you.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-13-21, 08:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Sorry, just to be sure: you have the 700x32...

Sorry, just to be sure: you have the 700x32 Ramparts on a 25mm inner width wheel and the tires measure 32mm when inflated? No "bulging" width due to the wider wheels?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-21, 01:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 762
Posted By BlueRaspberry

I agree, at a certain point it's just min/maxing....

I agree, at a certain point it's just min/maxing. I'm not at a competitive level, but if I'm going to spend the money I should do the research and make sure I'm not blowing money for nothing. :thumb:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-12-21, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Thank you! What are the 28mm tires you're using...

Thank you! What are the 28mm tires you're using that plumped to 30mm?


Supply & demand during the pandemic is the likely cause. That and them building up their brand? Thanks for the note about...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-21, 08:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,387
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Thanks. Am thinking 36T. I will do regular...

Thanks. Am thinking 36T. I will do regular maintenance so keeping them clean and lubed wouldn't be an issue.


Does the aluminum make them less durable? Should 180s not be used for rugged use...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-21, 08:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,387
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Yep, I saw on the product page that the 180s are...

Yep, I saw on the product page that the 180s are lighter. :)

Are they louder? More fragile?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-21, 07:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,387
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Hubs: DT180EXP vs DT240EXP, the difference?

As the title implies, I'd like to understand more of the difference between the DT Swiss 180EXP and 240EXP hubs (let's assume same 36T on both). All the official site tells me is that the 180EXP is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-21, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 762
Posted By BlueRaspberry

I have no idea which is why I'm asking. From what...

I have no idea which is why I'm asking. From what I've read though aero wheels weigh more than non-aero (more material is needed to make deeper wheels) they provide more benefit from the reduced air...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-21, 06:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 762
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Daily for going to store/work and "fitness"...

Daily for going to store/work and "fitness" during lunch breaks (which is pretty much just a repeat of commute loop). I don't race, but when I have the time I go out for mountain rides on the weekend.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-21, 07:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 762
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Do these tires work with these wheels?

I'm looking to put together a wheelset to be used as a daily driver set which will see roughly 80%/20% road/light gravel usage and am considering getting some 700x32c Gravelking SS tires for the job...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-10-21, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By BlueRaspberry

Finding the right size wheels for road + light off-road use

Hello! I'm thinking through a gravel build for which I'd like to put together two wheelsets: one for every-day riding, another for adventure rides. I'd like some feedback on the "every day" riding...
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