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03-23-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 747
Posted By Kai Winters

Gold Bond lotion...the stuff is awesome Itchy...

Gold Bond lotion...the stuff is awesome
Itchy skin could be from the soap you are using. It may be causing dry skin resulting in the itch. I get it every now and then and applying Gold Bond takes...
03-21-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,635
Posted By Kai Winters

I have a couple of Tubolito tubes...dang they are...

I have a couple of Tubolito tubes...dang they are expensive. I patch them when I get a puncture. The patches work great and the glue does not dry out in the tube as the butyl glue does.
I patch...
03-21-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 342
Posted By Kai Winters

It's not an expensive derailleur...buy a new...

It's not an expensive derailleur...buy a new derailleur and make sure the hanger is properly aligned...it is likely bent as well
03-21-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 553
Posted By Kai Winters

Perhaps start with an hour or less per day with...

Perhaps start with an hour or less per day with maybe one day of a bit more.
Increase a bit maybe per month.
Wear a decent pair of riding shorts and use some sort of lotion to protect your skin. I...
03-21-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 7,255
Posted By Kai Winters

You're paying for cutting edge technology and yes...

You're paying for cutting edge technology and yes it is expensive but compare that to a similar wrist watch...no comparison...sports car...no comparison...boat...same...snowmobile...atv...etc etc etc...
03-20-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 7,255
Posted By Kai Winters

They aren't, but the advertising is generally on...

They aren't, but the advertising is generally on the expensive end.
There are many great bikes that are not 'expensive' but cost is in the eye of the beholder and depth of one's pockets...
03-20-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 402
Posted By Kai Winters

Freewheel removal tool placed in bench...

Freewheel removal tool placed in bench vise...wheel with freewheel side down is placed onto removal tool...turn wheel counter/anti clock wise...
While you can use an adjustable wrench the bench vise...
03-19-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,221
Posted By Kai Winters

Another benefit of a higher quality BB is...

Another benefit of a higher quality BB is serviceability. Often you can either clean and regrease the bearings or replace them with matching or sometimes higher quality bearings. Buying high quality...
03-17-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 611
Posted By Kai Winters

Thank Odin I don't ride on trails and don't have...

Thank Odin I don't ride on trails and don't have to run into people like some here...whew.
You can't and shouldn't be going fast. Walkers are slower and generally it's a social atmosphere so take...
03-17-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 611
Posted By Kai Winters

The op states the kid was standing in the middle...

The op states the kid was standing in the middle 'not knowing what to do'...so what does the rider do??? he admonishes...his words...him. Had I been the kid I'd have given him an earful...if you're...
03-16-24, 08:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 611
Posted By Kai Winters

"Karen" is a gender neutral term... You say the...

"Karen" is a gender neutral term...
You say the kid didn't know what to do so you 'admonish' him...your words.
Yep you're a Karen
03-16-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 740
Posted By Kai Winters

The frame is designed and a der hanger is then...

The frame is designed and a der hanger is then designed to fit the frame design. It's a far cry from the 'standard' rear dropout/hanger that all frames used back in the day but it is what it is.
If...
03-14-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,715
Posted By Kai Winters

1-2mm variance using three points of...

1-2mm variance using three points of contact...bottom to set the gauge, top is the Y axis and left side of the wheel is the X axis, perpendicular to the Y axis...is great.
Good job especially fixing...
Forum: Introductions
03-14-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 134
Posted By Kai Winters

Ride On ! ! !

Ride On ! ! !
03-13-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,032
Posted By Kai Winters

I'm 68 and generally don't look at that category....

I'm 68 and generally don't look at that category.
Well done though...only three ish minutes behind the CR all age category is great and 87th overall is nothing to sneeze at...chapeau
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,843
Posted By Kai Winters

I can't believe I'm the first. I carefully read...

I can't believe I'm the first.
I carefully read every post, even the lame ones, just to make sure I wouldn't embarrass myself.
I am the first...huzzah ! ! !

If it ain't on Strava it didn't...
03-12-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 517
Posted By Kai Winters

I'm 68 and Garmin says it's 57 and I have the...

I'm 68 and Garmin says it's 57 and I have the fitness level of a fit 21 year old...tell my prostrate that...the rotten sob
03-12-24, 08:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 575
Posted By Kai Winters

It's not terribly hard to replace the BB. But if...

It's not terribly hard to replace the BB. But if there is a problem removing the old BB it can be a real pain even for a shop mechanic.
You need the correct tools and BB...the axle lengths available...
03-11-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,790
Posted By Kai Winters

Dogs that want to eat me and their a..hole...

Dogs that want to eat me and their a..hole owners. I always make sure to save enough dog spray for their owners hehehe
Bad drivers
03-11-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 191
Posted By Kai Winters

https://www.nashbar.com/shimano-ewjc302-2port-etub...

https://www.nashbar.com/shimano-ewjc302-2port-etube-junction-extension-iewjc302/p1298030...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,123
Posted By Kai Winters

Shifting cassette gears from more teeth to less...

Shifting cassette gears from more teeth to less teeth hard and fast can cause some hard sounds. After reading this post and my comment I did a zwift games race/ride today, C level, and paid attention...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,123
Posted By Kai Winters

Sounds like getting accustomed to the new system ...

Sounds like getting accustomed to the new system
Who did the shifting adjustment...is it properly adjusted
'shifting down to a smaller sprocket quite a clunk'...could be the number of teeth from...
03-09-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,970
Posted By Kai Winters

Whew...lotsa high faltutin sciency techy talk...

Whew...lotsa high faltutin sciency techy talk about oil like substances that make things that rub together more slipperier...hmmm now wonderin if ky jelly is a good lube...definitely not dipping it...
03-09-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,123
Posted By Kai Winters

Big Box purchase...if you don't like it, oh well....

Big Box purchase...if you don't like it, oh well.
Considering you ride 'maybe' a couple of times a week I doubt you will notice...
03-09-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,692
Posted By Kai Winters

I like both forms of braking...mechanical and...

I like both forms of braking...mechanical and hydraulic...both have pluses and minuses.
My current road/Aethos and gravel/Diverge have hydro brakes and they work great.
Recently I was working on my...
03-09-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 7,671
Views: 902,716
Posted By Kai Winters

Worked on a 50 plus year old ''Roger Riviere"...

Worked on a 50 plus year old ''Roger Riviere" recently. New cables and housings...had to reduce the diameter of the shift cable ends...old style needed which has a smaller diameter. The...
03-08-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,243
Posted By Kai Winters

I prefer Shimano Ultegra and Dura Ace 12 speed...

I prefer Shimano Ultegra and Dura Ace 12 speed chains. I have four in rotation. Two of each and can't tell the difference between them when they are on the bike.
When I'm on my last chain I start...
03-08-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,243
Posted By Kai Winters

You're supposed to run the chain over something...

You're supposed to run the chain over something round to loosen it up and break the links free before installing it. I use a piece of pvc pipe I had laying around. At the bike shop we use an old mtn...
03-08-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,970
Posted By Kai Winters

Puh leeeze there is no "best" knife steel...they...

Puh leeeze there is no "best" knife steel...they all have pluses and minuses...
I dove down the 'full immersion' wax method and am happy with the results. I use Silca double top secret, pinky swear,...
03-02-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 915
Posted By Kai Winters

Ride consistently...at least several days per...

Ride consistently...at least several days per week
Eat a healthy diet...
A ss pain will diminish but a good saddle and padded bike shorts helps.
You are suspending all your weight on a very small...
02-27-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 840
Posted By Kai Winters

First it's important to be aware that there are...

First it's important to be aware that there are no 'standards' when it comes to heart rate zones and data tracking methodologies.
All the tracking apps, etc. use a slightly different formula and the...
02-26-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 874
Posted By Kai Winters

I would mention it to my doctor at my next...

I would mention it to my doctor at my next 'wellness' appointment...just in case
Make sure to describe the incident clearly and use past ride numbers to compare and contrast when talking to the...
02-24-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 852
Posted By Kai Winters

I just bought the 840...the size and extra cost...

I just bought the 840...the size and extra cost of the 1040 was a bit much for me but the 840 fits the bill nicely.
02-23-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 336
Posted By Kai Winters

If none of the above tips works there is a...

If none of the above tips works there is a product called "Squeal Out" that works quite well. We use it in the shop often and it has never failed us. It is a bit pricey and can be hard to get at...
02-23-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 689
Posted By Kai Winters

Wow, thanks for sharing. A wonderful story and...

Wow, thanks for sharing. A wonderful story and bike.
02-22-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 810
Posted By Kai Winters

I generally don't weight train during the...

I generally don't weight train during the outdoors season but this season I am going to. It is more of an experiment and my daughter, a personal trainer, recommends it so I'll give it a go and see...
02-22-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 810
Posted By Kai Winters

I lift twice per week and prioritize it as my...

I lift twice per week and prioritize it as my main workout followed by a recovery ride...ie zone 1 for an hour on Zwift.
02-21-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,067
Posted By Kai Winters

I get a longer life out of my 'racing shorts' by...

I get a longer life out of my 'racing shorts' by turning them inside out to get extra days of use before washing them.
02-21-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,460
Posted By Kai Winters

meh...not interested and don't care

meh...not interested and don't care
02-17-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 8,148
Posted By Kai Winters

W...T...F...that is all...now go about your day...

W...T...F...that is all...now go about your day and do something productive or at least pretend to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-24, 09:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 601
Posted By Kai Winters

There you go...experimentation pays off It's a...

There you go...experimentation pays off
It's a trade off and you have to decide what you want. But you can have it all...depending on the activity...if you know you are going to be riding on less...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,291
Posted By Kai Winters

You can mix and match, to some degree, but you...

You can mix and match, to some degree, but you have to be aware of the rear derailleurs shift/movement arc...this has changed over the years as they evolved...but in general you can put a Sora...
02-16-24, 09:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 204
Posted By Kai Winters

Yep, a quality light grease will work just fine....

Yep, a quality light grease will work just fine. Just don't overdue it
You can also use a good lube because the pawls likely have a spring on each and if you use grease or too much or too heavy a...
02-16-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 852
Posted By Kai Winters

Neva shoulda dun it...

As the title says...neva shoulda dun it...but I did...sigh
I've posted in the "what are you wrenching on" or something like that thread that I have been building a Spesh Tarmac SL8 SWorks with a...
02-16-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,841
Posted By Kai Winters

So to be practical and think a bit critically the...

So to be practical and think a bit critically the OP should have immediately contacted the shop where he bought the bike. He states it is only one month old so there is no concern regarding warranty...
02-15-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 522
Posted By Kai Winters

In general it should fit as the thread area is...

In general it should fit as the thread area is standard...in general
What's fun is the helical freewheel hub...
02-15-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,841
Posted By Kai Winters

Generally the headset is properly installed by...

Generally the headset is properly installed by the builder where the bike is manufactured and the bike shop just checks to make sure it is adjusted correctly. The handlebars are not on the bike but...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,474
Posted By Kai Winters

To answer your question, you will need the...

To answer your question, you will need the following:
Front Der.
Rear Der.
Shifters
Battery, charging cable, two wires...one from the battery to the front der, the other from the battery to the...
Forum: Great Lakes
02-13-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 704
Posted By Kai Winters

Some of the problems are caused by vehicle...

Some of the problems are caused by vehicle drivers some by bike riders...it's a bad mix...it won't change any time soon.
02-03-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 3,517
Posted By Kai Winters

As Kontact says...flimsy hangers look flimsy... ...

As Kontact says...flimsy hangers look flimsy...
They generally have large cutouts to save metal which may seem to be stiffer but may be prone to bending under heavy load but you really don't know...
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