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Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 16,515
Posted By rfields

I've thrown away about three pairs of gloves with...

I've thrown away about three pairs of gloves with the palms shredded (instead of my palms). I'll continue to wear gloves thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-19, 10:40 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,373
Posted By rfields

Change out Lois's and George's small (inner)...

Change out Lois's and George's small (inner) chain ring for a 24 tooth. Also, change out George"s 32-11 for a 34-14. spinning too low of an RPM on hills isn't good for your knees and isn't very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-19, 09:47 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 22,007
Posted By rfields

I found a way to reliably lean my bike against...

I found a way to reliably lean my bike against anything without it falling or sliding down the wall/window/telephone pole/etc. I have a strap of velcro that I set one of the brake levers with. With...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-18, 03:37 PM
Replies: 531
Views: 23,281
Posted By rfields

I must admit, that is some beautiful eye candy. ...

I must admit, that is some beautiful eye candy. And yes, back in the 80's when I first started mountain biking, I really started riding a lot more when I bought a Merlin Ti bike. I figured it would...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-18, 12:47 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 12,083
Posted By rfields

I find that if my shift cables require adjustment...

I find that if my shift cables require adjustment on every ride, it's time for new cables. When I go to replace them, I often discover that the cable is frayed and ready to break.
Of course I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-13, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 757
Posted By rfields

Gel shorts

Even though I've been a consistent and avid cyclist (Road, mountain, touring) for 30 years, I still find that i can only do a long day in the saddle if I wear some thin gel pad shorts. The only ones...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-13, 06:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 855
Posted By rfields

OK, well I finally got around to finishing this...

OK, well I finally got around to finishing this build. XT rear shifter, 10 spd 11-32 XT cassette, Ultegra triple crank and front derailleur, and 9 spd Ultegra shifters. It all works flawlessly,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-13, 10:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,014
Posted By rfields

To reduce stress on the valve stem I remove the...

To reduce stress on the valve stem I remove the air chuck from my presta valve tube by grabbing the wheel at the valve with both hands and pressing evenly on the bottom of the chuck with both thumbs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-13, 10:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,014
Posted By rfields

I had this exact problem and it turned out to be...

I had this exact problem and it turned out to be a plastic rim tape that was so old it had curled a little and the edge was cutting into the tube right where your picture shows.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-13, 10:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 855
Posted By rfields

Thanks. I've ordered: 9 spd XT M772 shadow rear...

Thanks. I've ordered: 9 spd XT M772 shadow rear derailleur, CN6600 ultegra 10 spd chain, 10 spd 11-32 XT M771-10 cassette, ultegra 6700 triple front derailleur, Ultegra 6700 triple STI road...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-13, 11:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 855
Posted By rfields

Shifter derailleur combination that works with 10 spd MTB cassette.

I'm building a carbon road bike that I want to use a mountain bike cassette and derailleur on, as we'll as an ultegra triple crank set. What combo of shifters and deraileurs will work?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-12, 08:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By rfields

The only metal on the frame is the rear drop outs...

The only metal on the frame is the rear drop outs so I guess I'll have to look at them again, more carefully.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-12, 12:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By rfields

Thanks. I took off the rear wheel and looked at...

Thanks. I took off the rear wheel and looked at both sides of the dropouts. I looked all around the BB and head tube and even took off the seat post clamp to see if it was under there. I guess...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-12, 11:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By rfields

Where is the serial number?

I just bought and built up a slightly used ~2008 CIOCC Mutant 850 carbon road bike. I want to record the serial number for insurance purposes but I can't find it. Any ideas where I should be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-12, 03:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,495
Posted By rfields

Thank you mechBgon and hillRider for your help...

Thank you mechBgon and hillRider for your help and insight. This will cure my problems with this bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-12, 03:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,495
Posted By rfields

So if I've understood correctly, I have to change...

So if I've understood correctly, I have to change to a XT RD-M771 rear derailleur. Will I be able to utilize all 10 cogs on the cassette or???
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-12, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,495
Posted By rfields

road 10 spd shifter with Mt. 10 spd derailleur and cassette

Before I get too frustrated, can anybody tell me if a shimano XT 10 spd derailleur and cassette will work with a 10 speed ultegra (road) shifter?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-12, 12:32 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 30,049
Posted By rfields

Wow, you have all given me a lot of info to...

Wow, you have all given me a lot of info to consider. I have both cantilever brake levers and v-brake levers as well as a pair of avids with the adjustable pull. I guess I'll experiment. I prefer...
Forum: Introductions
03-27-12, 11:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 222
Posted By rfields

I would be hard pressed to just choose one of my...

I would be hard pressed to just choose one of my bikes. If I had to choose, I guess I'd take the Bruce Gordon Rock and Road. I could tour, sport ride, and do some light mountain biking with just a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-12, 06:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 30,049
Posted By rfields

The 53 came with the frame. I guess that is a...

The 53 came with the frame. I guess that is a big jump. Would it help, as far as derailleurs go, if I moved to a 50 for the big ring?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-12, 06:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 30,049
Posted By rfields

Oh, I guess I should have been more clear. I'm...

Oh, I guess I should have been more clear. I'm going to use a 10 spd shimano cassette (11-32), 10 spd MtB rear derailleur and shifter on Mavic Kysrium SL wheels. I have a couple of sets of those...
Forum: Introductions
03-19-12, 05:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 222
Posted By rfields

rfields new to forum in central California

Hello all, I'm a 63 y.o. avid cyclist since the early 80's. My cycling interest include mountain, road, and touring. I usually build up my own bikes and wheels, mostly for the enjoyment of doing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-12, 05:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 30,049
Posted By rfields

using road bike caliper brakes with flat bar levers

I'm building a carbon road bike but would like to use a flat bar instead of a traditional road bar. I know I have to use MTB shifters but what brake levers will work with the road caliper brakes or...
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