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03-18-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 215
Posted By bonsai171

What is happening with bicycle tire prices?

I bought a GP5000 clincher tire a month or so ago at $47, and saw one at REI today for $82. That's a pretty significant price increase. Anybody know why prices are suddenly so high in bike tires?
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02-29-24, 05:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,445
Posted By bonsai171

Looks like that will work! I probably wasn't...

Looks like that will work! I probably wasn't understanding the 1/8" NPT part. The diameter at the threads matches my blowgun, so maybe that's the ticket. It's worth trying something less expensive...
02-29-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,445
Posted By bonsai171

Mine is fairly quiet. Got an oil compressor from...

Mine is fairly quiet. Got an oil compressor from Home Depot. The oil free ones are very loud.

Dave
02-28-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,445
Posted By bonsai171

Hi, I tried screwing the presta to Schrader...

Hi,

I tried screwing the presta to Schrader adapter into a tubeless valve as an experiment. The tire was already inflated, but I suspect the valve wasn't on well and the air leaked out from...
02-28-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,445
Posted By bonsai171

Lots of advice for sure. I have tried the presta...

Lots of advice for sure. I have tried the presta to Schrader adapters, and pretty much emptied my tire lol. Also tried putting a blow gun into the valve without a valve core. Tired of bodging this...
02-28-24, 04:49 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,445
Posted By bonsai171

I have one of those too. Got a Schrader inflator...

I have one of those too. Got a Schrader inflator that came with the compressor, but it won't work with the adapter. There's a center pin that needs to compress for the air to come out, and it won't...
02-27-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,445
Posted By bonsai171

Seating tires with a compressor

Was wondering what others use to seat tires with a compressor? The Park inflatator looks nice, but crazy expensive at almost $150.

Would the Arundel shop inflator be good for this? Only downside...
02-08-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 754
Posted By bonsai171

Bikecloset

Is anyone here familiar with bikecloset.com? They have some good deals for tires, wondering if the products are legit? Would you buy from them?

Dave
01-11-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 449
Posted By bonsai171

Thanks, wanted to make sure my setup was still...

Thanks, wanted to make sure my setup was still safe. Been running that 17t for a while, don't really have the power to push the 16t up hills at the moment. I think I want a quicker feel on...
01-11-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,881
Posted By bonsai171

Thanks for posting, I like seeing these every...

Thanks for posting, I like seeing these every year, each bike is pretty unique and fun to look at.

Dave
01-11-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 449
Posted By bonsai171

Cog position in dropout

Does my cog look too far back in the dropout? This one is a 17t, the 16t I run sits even closer to the end of the dropout. Should I replace a full link in the chain with a half link?...
12-22-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 193
Posted By bonsai171

Wahoo v1 vs v2 computer mounts

Hi,

I had the Wahoo v1 GPS, and had mounts on all my bikes for it. That went bad, so I have the v2. The V2 fits in the mounts for the v1, but very snug. Is it ok to use the v1 mounts with the...
11-05-23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 842
Posted By bonsai171

The bottom of the zipper broke off, so...

The bottom of the zipper broke off, so unfortunately I think this will be a new zipper. The piece that broke off opposite the side you pull up.

Dave

11-05-23, 05:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 842
Posted By bonsai171

It's just a few years old, but got some heavy...

It's just a few years old, but got some heavy rotation the last few years. Worth a shot. It fits well, so I'd like to keep wearing it.

Dave
11-05-23, 05:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 842
Posted By bonsai171

Assos jersey zipper broken

The zipper on my Assos jersey is broken, would it be worth getting a new zipper put on or should I get a new jersey? Any ideas on cost? We are in Georgia.

Dave
10-08-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 258
Posted By bonsai171

Help troubleshooting drivetrain click

When I ride my fixed gear lately, there is a click in the drivetrain that feels like a dry bearing. I sometimes feel it on the right side of the bike, and other times the left. It's very hard to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,452
Posted By bonsai171

Not sure mine fits the failing category, but I...

Not sure mine fits the failing category, but I have the 6800 crankset. My LBS looked at it, and their main criteria was looking for fissures, but noticed the spider sat uneven on one of its arms,...
09-15-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By bonsai171

Definitely gonna bring lots of water and a water...

Definitely gonna bring lots of water and a water filter. How about bear spray?
09-14-23, 06:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By bonsai171

Cohutta Death March

Has anyone here done the Cohutta Death March?
...
09-06-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 182
Posted By bonsai171

Brutal loop 2-North Georgia ride

Has anyone ridden this route? I'd like to get some feedback on whether it would be fun on a gravel bike or not. As long as there aren't a lot of jumps and drops, it would be ok to me (I'm pretty...
07-19-23, 08:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

It lost more air. The valve core was leaking...

It lost more air. The valve core was leaking pretty badly, so I tightened that. There were a few bubbles on the sidewalk, hopefully the sealant will take care of that. Left the house for a few...
07-19-23, 06:21 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

I tightened the valve core also before work. If...

I tightened the valve core also before work. If it loses a lot of pressure again, will probably water test the wheel and see where bubbles come out.

Dave​​​​​​​
07-19-23, 04:23 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

Is it normal to lose 20 psi overnight? Dave

Is it normal to lose 20 psi overnight?

Dave
07-18-23, 07:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

Today I brought the tire to my local REI, and...

Today I brought the tire to my local REI, and they seated it free of charge. Brought it home, injected 2 oz of sealant, and swirled it around. 3 hours later, most of the air leaked out. The tire is...
07-17-23, 08:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

Honestly I think the issue is the fitting. The...

Honestly I think the issue is the fitting. The compressor is a 8 gallon Husky single-stage. I had the output set on 80 psi, but only a tiny amount got into the tire. This compressor can run roofing...
07-17-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

The adapter I have for presta to shraeder will...

The adapter I have for presta to shraeder will only thread onto a valve core, so I can't take the valve out.

Dave
07-17-23, 07:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,122
Posted By bonsai171

Need compressor fitting for tubeless install

Hi,

I mounted a WTB raddler to my front tubeless rim today, and tried using a presta adapter and a shraeder fitting hooked up to a compressor to blow up the tire. Almost no air went in. Is there...
05-15-23, 07:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By bonsai171

I used odorless mineral spirits from Walmart. ...

I used odorless mineral spirits from Walmart. Been using the same bottle for the last 5 years. It lasts forever. Maybe tonight I'll have time to put the bike back together. The rotor was really...
05-15-23, 06:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By bonsai171

Thanks for the tip on parafin wax, hadn't thought...

Thanks for the tip on parafin wax, hadn't thought of that. I've heard of people melting the wax in a small crockpot, what do you use? Ideally I'd like to find something a little smaller, but I...
05-14-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By bonsai171

I have been thinking about switching to wax too,...

I have been thinking about switching to wax too, but get stuck in a downpour maybe once a year. Which wax are you using? Was thinking about Silca drip wax, I'm not ready to submerge my entire chain...
05-14-23, 04:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 607
Posted By bonsai171

Contaminated brake rotor

Today I was cleaning my cassette with paint thinner, and accidentally got some on the rotor. Is this a contamination concern, and if so, how do I clean it?

Dave
02-15-23, 06:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 518
Posted By bonsai171

Out of curiosity, what is the original...

Out of curiosity, what is the original application for the 1/8" half links at the hardware store? Would be cool if I can find that, don't know if there's any fixed gear or single speed bike shops...
02-14-23, 08:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 518
Posted By bonsai171

I'll have flip the wheel around tomorrow and take...

I'll have flip the wheel around tomorrow and take some measurements. The 17t is already installed, so maybe I can measure where the 16t is from the front of the dropout, flip the wheel, set it...
02-14-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 518
Posted By bonsai171

Help with chain sizing

Can someone tell me how to size a fixed gear chain? My current one is stretched, and I want to be able to switch from a 16t to a 17t (my current chain is too small).
dave
01-24-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,198
Posted By bonsai171

Thanks for the tip, I'll have to look at that...

Thanks for the tip, I'll have to look at that too. Would the feel be similar to a full hydraulic system?

Dave
01-20-23, 09:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,198
Posted By bonsai171

Salsa Warbird brake upgrade

I have a 2019 Salsa Warbird with TRP Spyre mechanical disc brakes. It's pretty nice, but I have been having issues with cubital tunnel syndrome in my right arm (getting tingling in my pinky and ring...
12-06-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,217
Posted By bonsai171

Did your hoses come pre-filled? I see that is an...

Did your hoses come pre-filled? I see that is an option on some of the brake lever/caliper sets on the internet.
12-05-22, 06:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,217
Posted By bonsai171

I went to my local REI at lunch. As a member,...

I went to my local REI at lunch. As a member, they will charge $40 front and $40 rear. Looks to be a better deal than buying all the tools, though eventually I'll need a bleed kit.

Dave
12-04-22, 08:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,217
Posted By bonsai171

So are you saying I could run GRX STI shifters? ...

So are you saying I could run GRX STI shifters?

Dave
12-04-22, 07:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,217
Posted By bonsai171

yeah, I've heard that. At this point I'm...

yeah, I've heard that. At this point I'm committed to SRAM, would be far too expensive to change a whole drivetrain.
12-04-22, 06:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,217
Posted By bonsai171

That doesn't sound too bad. I don't have any of...

That doesn't sound too bad. I don't have any of the tools to do this install (no bleed kit or anything related to hydraulic). If I took the time, I could probably learn to do it, but don't feel...
12-04-22, 04:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,217
Posted By bonsai171

Installing hydraulic disc brakes

Hi,

I'm thinking about getting hydraulic disc brakes installed on my Salsa Warbird, which has internally routed cables. Can someone give me a ballpark estimate of how much the installation might...
11-23-22, 05:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,236
Posted By bonsai171

I had a similar journey getting into gravel. ...

I had a similar journey getting into gravel. Been riding mountain bikes the last 30 years, and my current one is a rigid 26 ". Pretty much road that bike everywhere, and eventually swapped it out...
11-20-22, 07:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 710
Posted By bonsai171

Thanks for all the suggestions, I'll have to poke...

Thanks for all the suggestions, I'll have to poke around and see what I like.

Dave
11-19-22, 01:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 710
Posted By bonsai171

Face warmer

With the weather getting colder, I've been looking for something like this to keep my neck and face warm, but am not sure if this is warm enough:
...
11-15-22, 08:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 851
Posted By bonsai171

I'm contemplating doing something similar. My...

I'm contemplating doing something similar. My rides are typically multi-surface, and can have a lot of rough singletrack.
it would be nice if I'm riding some extended rough stuff to drop a few psi...
11-14-22, 08:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 851
Posted By bonsai171

Digital tire gauge

Would there be any advantage to using a digital gauge like this

https://www.topeak.com/global/en/product/351-SMARTGAUGE-D2

over the standard analog gauge on my floor pump? Theoretically it...
10-07-22, 04:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,034
Posted By bonsai171

Cook pot recommendations

Not sure if this is the right place to post this, but I'm looking to buy a pot for cooking food on bikepacking trips. Been looking at the Stanley 2 cup cook set, which is a good size but kind of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-22, 09:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,235
Posted By bonsai171

Thanks, I'll have to try that.

Thanks, I'll have to try that.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-22, 06:28 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,235
Posted By bonsai171

Well there is that. I have a gravel bike with...

Well there is that. I have a gravel bike with disc brakes I could use, but it's not as fast as my roadie. Was hoping maybe there's a brake pad better for rain use? Currently using 105 pads.

Dave
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