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Old 05-08-10, 10:37 PM
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Old 05-08-10, 11:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Imperturbable Ryuu Ichigo
you know your supposed to replace the chain with that ...
You're not always required to replace the chain. Just sayin, it's worked for me!
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Old 05-08-10, 11:03 PM
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The chain I have now only has a couple of hundred miles on it, so we'll see how it sounds first.
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Old 05-08-10, 11:07 PM
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I rode my last chain/cassette combo for like 5000miles. Switched new chain, it worked fine. Switched cassette over to other bike with another new chain, it was fine. I think going forward I'll just ride a chain/cassette combo until it dies, then replace both.
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Old 05-08-10, 11:10 PM
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Only very slightly. Going from 11-26 to 12-26. I'd rather have a 16 than an 11.
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Old 05-08-10, 11:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Ygduf
I rode my last chain/cassette combo for like 5000miles. Switched new chain, it worked fine. Switched cassette over to other bike with another new chain, it was fine. I think going forward I'll just ride a chain/cassette combo until it dies, then replace both.
I once had that mentality but soon realized that your shifting will suffer. I replace the chain at 0.75 wear, with the cheapest 10s chain I can find (currently the Sram 1070 from Performance).
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Old 05-08-10, 11:36 PM
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Got the same cassette and a new chain (X10SL) to go with my pending Psimet wheelset w/PT rear hub.
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Old 05-09-10, 01:25 AM
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Originally Posted by rydaddy
I once had that mentality but soon realized that your shifting will suffer. I replace the chain at 0.75 wear, with the cheapest 10s chain I can find (currently the Sram 1070 from Performance).
I have that park tools chain check thing, the one with the sliding scale that reads 0-1%. Brand new Ultegra 10s chain read at over .05, into the "replace" zone straight out of the package. I'm not confident in the tool.
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Old 05-09-10, 07:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Ygduf
I have that park tools chain check thing, the one with the sliding scale that reads 0-1%. Brand new Ultegra 10s chain read at over .05, into the "replace" zone straight out of the package. I'm not confident in the tool.
Tool does not work on EVERY chain the same. Really they are built for standardized chains. The tool I use is just a metal plate that looks like a tiny pick axe or something. You just drop it in and if it falls in, you replace chain, if it does not, you don't. However, I have noticed a few false readings, and I think it was merely because they were those new double crossed chains or whatever they are called.

Shimano doesn't have a tool specific for those 10 spds? Thought they did. Also keep in mind if the chain is "Waxed" instead of wet lubed it might make the wear seem different, but that would usually work in the opposite affect.
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Old 05-09-10, 07:58 AM
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Old 05-09-10, 08:25 AM
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Ritchey torque key, Fizik bar tape, and -- for free -- some butterfly/trekking bars. I slapped the bars on my city bike, and I'll see if I like them. I can already imagine tearing off the foam grips and using bar tape instead.
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Old 05-09-10, 08:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Diegomayra
Holy Moly! 35$ for that Jersey!! I'm sold... now I have to sell the wife.

EDIT: Just purchased!



Bibs are a lil' RED! But for 34$ Its a steal.

Total was like slightly less than 60$. Not including shipping (Which is free on orders over 100$)

when you receive the hammer kit can you post pics of the jersey together with the shorts? I want to order them but I want to see how the 09 bibs look with the 2010 jersey. thanks
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Old 05-09-10, 04:36 PM
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Just ordered....will report in when they arrive!!

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I bought a used Tacx Fortius trainer. I got a great deal on it, and had an extra computer with a good video card hanging around the house. Took awhile to set the software up, but it is really fun/hard. I have been off the bike getting a shoudler replacement, but can ride outside as of last week. But, when I can't get outside, no excuses.
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Old 05-09-10, 07:52 PM
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Are they talking about spectators feeding the cyclists? You know, like don't feed the bears?
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Old 05-09-10, 07:56 PM
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Old 05-09-10, 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Yaniel
when you receive the hammer kit can you post pics of the jersey together with the shorts? I want to order them but I want to see how the 09 bibs look with the 2010 jersey. thanks
09 voler or bergamo bibs? I have a pair of 09 bergamos and the 10 jersey.. they look great together.
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Old 05-09-10, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Ware
09 voler or bergamo bibs? I have a pair of 09 bergamos and the 10 jersey.. they look great together.
I think the Volers are the ones on sale for 34.99.
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Old 05-09-10, 08:32 PM
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How good are the Hammer Voler bibs?
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I just made a purchase, at 10:30 at night. Deore XT skewers from a friend for 10 bucks. Can't beat that.
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Are they talking about spectators feeding the cyclists? You know, like don't feed the bears?
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Because of lots of miles in this spring's monsoons, I have to do an overhaul of various portions of my bike. But while I do the overhaul, I'll make an upgrade or two. This week's orders:

Shimano DA 7810 pedals
7900 bottom bracket, chain, two cassettes, brake cables
7970 Di2 shift upgrade kit
HED Ardennes wheelset with Powertap Pro+
Vittoria tires, Michelin tubes
Fizik saddle & bar tape

Now, to figure out how to Craigslist/ebay half my possessions to pay for it all -- and to install it all without missing a workout.
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Old 05-10-10, 11:19 AM
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Old 05-10-10, 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by FlashBazbo
Because of lots of miles in this spring's monsoons, I have to do an overhaul of various portions of my bike. But while I do the overhaul, I'll make an upgrade or two. This week's orders:

Shimano DA 7810 pedals
7900 bottom bracket, chain, two cassettes, brake cables
7970 Di2 shift upgrade kit
HED Ardennes wheelset with Powertap Pro+
Vittoria tires, Michelin tubes
Fizik saddle & bar tape

Now, to figure out how to Craigslist/ebay half my possessions to pay for it all -- and to install it all without missing a workout.
Wow.. Looks like some fun stuff!
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Old 05-10-10, 11:42 AM
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