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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-07-19, 10:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,273
Posted By scarleton

V-Brake & Shimano 105 ST-7000 Shifter/Brake Level

Will the Shimano 105 ST-7000 Shifter/Brake Level have enough pull to work with V-Brakes? I want to take the Surly Cross Check and turn it into a long distance road bike that can do gravel, too. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-19, 07:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 804
Posted By scarleton

Thank you for your reply. You ask a very good...

Thank you for your reply. You ask a very good question, I don't stand much so I am not 100% sure. When I go for a ride this evening I will look into that, I will also do some sprinting on flat...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-19, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 804
Posted By scarleton

Thank you so much for your reply. I guess I...

Thank you so much for your reply. I guess I wasn't really clear when I made reference to "flats" that was my poor attempt to make reference to another set of pedals designed for regular shoes. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-19, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 804
Posted By scarleton

That was a passing thought I had, I should change...

That was a passing thought I had, I should change wheels and see what happens.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-19, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 804
Posted By scarleton

A tick turns to tickety tickety tock

I am trying to hunt down this tick sound my bike is making and after my latest changes, things have changed, maybe it will give folks some insight as to the root of the problem.

I have a Titanium...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-19, 06:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 644
Posted By scarleton

what to apply to a BB on install?

after posting the question I did a search and found my answer, if an admin can delete this, I would appreciate it.
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-11-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,303
Posted By scarleton

Question Seeking best ebike for commuting

I am looking for an alternative mode of transportation to and from work. I work about 30 miles from home. I plan to make the ride home a nice training ride. The problem is I don't want to get to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-18, 06:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 723
Posted By scarleton

That IS the one I was favoring, my #1 concern is...

That IS the one I was favoring, my #1 concern is that it is the right tool. It is, correct?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-18, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 723
Posted By scarleton

Need a Bottom Bracket tool

I have a Dura-Ace SM-BB9000 68mm BC 1.37 and need the right tool (aka it fits my BB) to take it off. I am looking on JensonUSA's web site and I have found two different tools that look like they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-17, 04:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By scarleton

Nobody locally shocks the bike, I am looking at...

Nobody locally shocks the bike, I am looking at purchasing it online :backpedal:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-17, 08:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By scarleton

Will I fit on this bike?

I had, well have a 60cm Surly Pacer, but it was in an accident and it totaled. I am looking to replace it with a Surly Cross Check. I found one online for a really good price, but it is a 62cm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-17, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,568
Posted By scarleton

That is an option, but it is $100 more than the...

That is an option, but it is $100 more than the downtube shifter and more importantly, I think it would be very cool to have a 1x11 with a downtube shifter, not something you see every day:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-17, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,568
Posted By scarleton

Cable pull of the SRAM Force 1 Rear Derailleur

If I cannot find the right SRAM shift-break control to work with both SRAM Force 1 Rear Derailleur and cantilever brakes, I am considering useing the Dia-Compe 11s Road Downtube Shifters. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-17, 10:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 747
Posted By scarleton

SRAM 1x11 with cantilever brekes

Does anyone know if SRAM makes a shift-break control for their 1x11 that will work with a cantilever break rather than disk break? If so, what is the part number so I can order it?

The end goal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 10:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By scarleton

Na, that is what friends are for!

Na, that is what friends are for!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 09:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By scarleton

yea, that is what I am seeing, too. here is the...

yea, that is what I am seeing, too. here is the numbers to compare. The first set is the R240, the second is the Surly Pacer.

size R240 XL 60cm Pacer
Seat Tube Length (A) ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-17, 10:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By scarleton

Well, I am 6'4" and ride a 60cm Pacer. When I...

Well, I am 6'4" and ride a 60cm Pacer. When I got the bike fit three years ago I could have fit on either a 60 or 62, 62 being the biggest frame. Today I was in the market and I saw this frame on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-17, 08:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By scarleton

I have purchase a frame, now what!

Actually I know what next to do, I just need some details...

I have purchased a frame that is my size along with forks. I simply love my current bike, but it is a bit heavy, so the new one is a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-17, 06:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 27,131
Posted By scarleton

Di2 owners, battery status indicator light

A video of what I am seeing: https://youtu.be/5Fx0qIhd8cc

Folks, I have two Shimano Di2 External Battery SM-BTR1 for my Di2. I just checked the levels on the one on the bike, it was flashing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-17, 06:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,041
Posted By scarleton

Alternatives to the Kinetic Rock & Roll Trainer

I have the first generation Kinetic Rock & Roll Trainer and simply love it! I have no issues with it, love it, and planned to ride it for a life time (either its or mine!) until today...

Do to...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-28-16, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,460
Posted By scarleton

Yes, I was and am very intentional about not...

Yes, I was and am very intentional about not going into detail on what I was wearing. The reason is because I am not asking how to dress warmer, I am trying to figure out why a warmer temp resulted...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-28-16, 12:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,460
Posted By scarleton

That does fit, I felt very, very damp, but when I...

That does fit, I felt very, very damp, but when I got inside, I wasn't very damp at all!

When it is cold, any idea of how much of an effect being close to water has an effect on the humility? I...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-28-16, 09:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,460
Posted By scarleton

Why did I bail last night?

So, yesterday I departed on a sunny afternoon at 2pm for a 90 mile ride. I knew the temp would drop from mid 50's to the low 40's and brought the same clothing I wore on the 90 mile ride I did...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-31-16, 08:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 931
Posted By scarleton

Help me find some gloves for the rain!

I am looking for some good gloves for the rain. The goal is first and foremost to stay dry, but be as breathable as possible. They do NOT need to be cycling gloves, I actually prefer minimal...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
10-26-16, 08:54 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,121
Posted By scarleton

Great job man!!!! Strava has this monthly...

Great job man!!!! Strava has this monthly challenge of 1250K that has always pushed me! Are ya on Strava? I can be found here: https://www.strava.com/athletes/5580300
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-20-16, 10:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,294
Posted By scarleton

I don't have any issue getting the workout from...

I don't have any issue getting the workout from the web app to the device, I just didn't know how best to set it up. The solution was to have the workout advance change from time based to simply...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-06-16, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,294
Posted By scarleton

That is what I needed, the Pro tip is spot on,...

That is what I needed, the Pro tip is spot on, thank you!!!!!!!!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-06-16, 09:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,294
Posted By scarleton

I want to export it so I can send it to YOU:) ...

I want to export it so I can send it to YOU:) Well, not actually you (unless you want it) but you get the idea, export to exchange with others.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-06-16, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,294
Posted By scarleton

Learning to use the Garmin Edge 820 Workouts.

I have added a Garmin Edge 820 to my cockpit and now it is time to learn how to REALLY use it. I have been and will continue to play with customizing the screens to my liking. What I am not 100%...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-13-16, 03:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,393
Posted By scarleton

It could be a number of things and I have not...

It could be a number of things and I have not done a lot of testing, I was mostly curious to know if there are any reviews out there comparing Garmin's unit to the Wahoo.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-13-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,393
Posted By scarleton

Thanks, hopefully I will find a solution!

Thanks, hopefully I will find a solution!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-13-16, 11:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,393
Posted By scarleton

I totally agree, when I would look at it from...

I totally agree, when I would look at it from time to time to see what range I'm in, a lag didn't much matter. But these days I'm doing very targeted training rides, one of the things I am working...
Forum: Touring
09-13-16, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By scarleton

Ah, that is good to know!!!! Any idea of any...

Ah, that is good to know!!!! Any idea of any frame bags that ARE waterproof?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-13-16, 08:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,393
Posted By scarleton

I do not have a power meter yet, but it is on the...

I do not have a power meter yet, but it is on the short list. Once I get one, I will no longer use a cadence meter.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-13-16, 07:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,393
Posted By scarleton

Are you getting the one that does not need the...

Are you getting the one that does not need the magnet or the traditional one?
Forum: Touring
09-13-16, 06:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By scarleton

Waterproof frame bags

I have own and used my Revelate Designs frame bag for two years now. When I first got it it would keep things dry in a downpour, but in the last two downpour things got wet. The first one it was...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-12-16, 03:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,393
Posted By scarleton

Cadence Sensors: Wahoo vs Garmin

As some of you know the latest generation of speed and cadence sensors don't use magnets, but the same type of accelerator smart phones use to detect motion. I have the Wahoo RPM cadence sensor...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-16, 11:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 544
Posted By scarleton

Simple: when doing intervals, I am looking at...

Simple: when doing intervals, I am looking at the screen a lot and having to hit a button every time to see it will take me out of my stride.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-25-16, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 544
Posted By scarleton

Garmin 800 series battery life at night

How much extra battery does YOUR Garmin 800 series take when keeping the display on all the time at night. I am seeking enlightenment from personal experience. I know they say the units run around...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-16, 08:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

I read page 55, I am not 'getting it', care to...

I read page 55, I am not 'getting it', care to expand on things a bit?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-16, 06:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

I honestly don't know what happened. Nothing was...

I honestly don't know what happened. Nothing was lining up and it simply wasn't working then I move the low-side stopper bolt out just a touch more. It looked like it was still lining up with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-16, 11:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

That is very good advice, something I am...

That is very good advice, something I am embarrassed to admit I was not doing. I am at work now, and have a few minutes of downtime, I started reading the manual. The first paragraph of the first...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-16, 08:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

yes and no, generally it shifts fine, but there...

yes and no, generally it shifts fine, but there is one gear you have to press the button twice to get it to shift, I think it is on the lowest cog.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-16, 07:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

I played with that this morning. What I...

I played with that this morning. What I discovered (which I sort of suspected) is that it did NOT move the derailleur one whole cog. All the screws are designed to move things just a touch one way...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-16, 08:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

It did. As I stated in the OP, I was having some...

It did. As I stated in the OP, I was having some trouble shifting into the lowest gear so I figured the derailleur hanger was out of alignment again. So I took the opportunity to order the Parktool...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-16, 07:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

I forgot to mention, the bike is Di2, here are...

I forgot to mention, the bike is Di2, here are some pictures: Zenfolio | Sam Carleton | The Bike (http://www.miltonstreetphotography.com/surlypacer)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-16, 07:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

Folks, I forgot to mention, it is a Di2 bike. ...

Folks, I forgot to mention, it is a Di2 bike. No cable to adjust. Here is a link to two pictures of the issue, don't know if they help or not:

Zenfolio | Sam Carleton | The Bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-16, 04:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,493
Posted By scarleton

Cannot get to the lowest cog

I purchased the Parktool Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge. The reason was when I adjusted my rear derailleur last Friday I had to move the lower limit screw way too much and I figured the hanger was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-16, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,237
Posted By scarleton

Might I ask, which one do you own?

Might I ask, which one do you own?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-16, 02:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,237
Posted By scarleton

You know what, I was there(physically, not...

You know what, I was there(physically, not mentally, fore I was obviously not paying attention), you where not there. NOBODY KNOWS EXACTLY what happened (except for God, of course). Are you willing...
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