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Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-07, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,176
Posted By pahearn

Hey Skipper -- That's exactly it, thanks! I'm...

Hey Skipper -- That's exactly it, thanks! I'm doing a leather cord wrap / shellac and was afraid I'd never find that thread.

Hobartlemagne -- That's a neat idea too, I'll experiment with that one,...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-07, 01:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,176
Posted By pahearn

Technique for wrapping handlebars with cord?

Hey all:

I remember a post a few years ago in which someone explained (with pics) their excellent technique for wrapping handlebars using cord-like materials (he may have been using ripcord). What...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-07, 10:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 709
Posted By pahearn

Why not just replace the broken spokes instead of...

Why not just replace the broken spokes instead of getting a new rim/spokes?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-07, 02:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,568
Posted By pahearn

Thanks for remembering the thread and posting...

Thanks for remembering the thread and posting about the adapter -- that confirms the suspicions...

-pete
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-07, 10:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 959
Posted By pahearn

I've found that sometmies a stratigically placed...

I've found that sometmies a stratigically placed ziptie to bind the brake/shifter cables together after they exit the handlbar area can orient them such that they always stay clear of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-07, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,000
Posted By pahearn

I dunno, becoming untrue after only 17 miles (on...

I dunno, becoming untrue after only 17 miles (on a road bike no less), and them returning it to you with some noticable wobble doesn't lead me to believe that that particular shop is going to get it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-07, 11:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 497
Posted By pahearn

Are the tires skinny enough that a "flickstand"...

Are the tires skinny enough that a "flickstand" would work? LIke this:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Flickstand-by-Rhode-gear-2-used_W0QQitemZ180095442295QQcategoryZ56197QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-07, 09:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 607
Posted By pahearn

I use spocalc (Excel spreadsheet), I think it's...

I use spocalc (Excel spreadsheet), I think it's great and the full strength version has a parts database so there's a chance you might not have to hunt down any info:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-07, 12:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 605
Posted By pahearn

Yeah it looks like either they used a 72mm cup...

Yeah it looks like either they used a 72mm cup when you need a 68mm, or that or the cup is just deeper than the original was, and the frame wasn't threaded deep enough for it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-07, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 605
Posted By pahearn

The drive side looks good, or at least better...

The drive side looks good, or at least better than the NDS in the picture. It's safe assuming the crank is on there good. I would try to tighten the crank bolt to make sure they didn't forget to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-07, 12:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,026
Posted By pahearn

Yeah they put a dab on there in the factory so...

Yeah they put a dab on there in the factory so that you can distribute it onto both ends of the spindle before installation; hence the whole grease-debate. I'm not saying a word about what I do or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-07, 12:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,026
Posted By pahearn

Here we go again! :)

Here we go again!

:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-07, 10:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,297
Posted By pahearn

Facing is the refinishing of a surface to...

Facing is the refinishing of a surface to make/ensure it's level or even or within proper size tolerances, chasing (or chasing the threads) is when the threads are re-clarified using due to paint...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-17-07, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 537
Posted By pahearn

There's always the Chris King calendar:...

There's always the Chris King calendar: http://www.chrisking.com/store/printed/index.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-07, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,568
Posted By pahearn

Agreed -- FWIW the first headset I installed was...

Agreed -- FWIW the first headset I installed was a CK as well and like I said before, if you're not an idiot there's really nothing to worry about.

-pete
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-07, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,568
Posted By pahearn

Show how well I read instructions, and I read the...

Show how well I read instructions, and I read the CK ones twice. :rolleyes:

This makes sense to me though, especially when looking at an uninstalled cup and seeing how it's made (hence the reason...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-07, 02:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,568
Posted By pahearn

HillRider: Are you certain about this? If...

HillRider:

Are you certain about this? If this is the case, then why does Chris King sell press adapters? I have not seen one in person but they appear to fit inside the cups against the bearing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-05-07, 11:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 365
Posted By pahearn

On FSA's site they have an FSA Headset book in...

On FSA's site they have an FSA Headset book in PDF form that will tell you *everything* you need to know:

http://www.fullspeedahead.com/fly.aspx?layout=downloads&taxid=255

You can figure out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-07, 05:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By pahearn

Assumnig the bearings weren't completely trashed...

Assumnig the bearings weren't completely trashed (how old is the bike? Sounds newish), if the bearings were "too tight" then you definitely wouldn't see any lateral play in the wheel -- are you sure...
Forum: Commuting
12-11-06, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 696
Posted By pahearn

If you find the 27"s make sure you'll have the...

If you find the 27"s make sure you'll have the clearance for them. A better (albeit more expensive) solution might be to buy a 700c wheelset, so long as your brake calipers can spare a little more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-06, 11:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,409
Posted By pahearn

You have to take the chain off of the freewheel...

You have to take the chain off of the freewheel to definitively put the problem sound on the freewheel -- you may be following the wrong path. I'd take the chain off and see if it feels/sounds funny...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-06, 11:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,880
Posted By pahearn

I don't think it's a matter of overkill at all,...

I don't think it's a matter of overkill at all, in fact I think it's a great idea in certain circumstances. Consider this: Due to the linkage/swingarm design on my FS bike, it's damn near impossible...
Forum: Commuting
12-08-06, 11:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,497
Posted By pahearn

A few weeks ago I almost got nailed (or,...

A few weeks ago I almost got nailed (or, technically, almost nailed the car) in the same scenario as you, except this bonehead tried to get me twice within five seconds. First he pulled out in front...
Forum: Commuting
11-29-06, 04:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,084
Posted By pahearn

The problems actually arise with the "versions"...

The problems actually arise with the "versions" of Trailtech lights sold by BatterySpace; BatterySpace was modifying them to support different batteries, and as it turned out was causing all these...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-06, 09:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,378
Posted By pahearn

Nope they're not deep at all, and FWIW I bought...

Nope they're not deep at all, and FWIW I bought them for my lugged frame and they look good, definitely not out of place at all.

-pete
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-06, 08:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,378
Posted By pahearn

Man did they ship those rims fast, I got them...

Man did they ship those rims fast, I got them yesterday and wasn't expecting them until later in the week -- if that. They look great, thanks for all the input guys. bicyclewheels.com rocks.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-09-06, 10:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,378
Posted By pahearn

Alright, I ordered the wheelset (Mavic CXP 22...

Alright, I ordered the wheelset (Mavic CXP 22 Silver with Formula Sealed Bearing Track Hubs), now I need to get the rest of the hardware for the wheel and want to be sure I'm getting the right stuff....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-06, 01:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,378
Posted By pahearn

Correct, singlespeed. I'll see what my LBS has,...

Correct, singlespeed. I'll see what my LBS has, thanks.

I should note that I'm not looking for "as cheap as possible", because 1) I would like to build-up my first wheelset for kicks, 2) I don't...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-06, 01:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,378
Posted By pahearn

From where dutret? Thanks! -p

From where dutret?

Thanks!

-p
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-06, 01:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,378
Posted By pahearn

Building a cheap 700c singlespeed wheel

Hey guys:

I want to build up a 700c singlespeed wheelset (120 or 126mm spacing) for cyclocross tires, ON-THE-CHEAP. Can anyone recommend hubs, spokes and rims that will keep the build sturdy but...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-06, 11:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,394
Posted By pahearn

Man, it's ok to drink beers at 10:00a, so long as...

Man, it's ok to drink beers at 10:00a, so long as you're wrenching on a bike.

-p
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-06, 10:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 705
Posted By pahearn

+1. Just make sure you clean it off and put it...

+1. Just make sure you clean it off and put it back before your wife realizes it's missing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-06, 08:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,091
Posted By pahearn

I was thinking he should melt some wax and as it...

I was thinking he should melt some wax and as it cools jam a little ball in there. That'll keep the bad stuff out of the openings, it'll be flush, and if he ever needs to re-use the holes it's easy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-06, 12:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,208
Posted By pahearn

I am down with any tape that can be applied...

I am down with any tape that can be applied underwater, that's cool stuff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-06, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 884
Posted By pahearn

I have stem shifters on my road/commuter and if I...

I have stem shifters on my road/commuter and if I find them more comfortable when I'm not hunched-over becaus eyou don't have to reach as far to shift. If you're going to go through the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-06, 08:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,208
Posted By pahearn

You could wrap it in the fabric tape used in...

You could wrap it in the fabric tape used in sports.

You could tar and feather it.

You could buy 100 pairs of those women's tennis socks with the pom-poms, tear them off and super-glue then all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-06, 10:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,476
Posted By pahearn

+1, that's exactly what I've done with all the...

+1, that's exactly what I've done with all the bikes I've had...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-06, 01:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By pahearn

Yeah those Master combo locks are crap, if you...

Yeah those Master combo locks are crap, if you have a small screwdriver you can actually pry the back cover off with a little effort, and then twist it inside to release the locking mechanism.
Forum: Commuting
07-21-06, 12:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 439
Posted By pahearn

No response yet? Then screw them go somewhere...

No response yet? Then screw them go somewhere else where customers are priority...
Forum: Commuting
07-14-06, 01:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 883
Posted By pahearn

THERE is the right response. +1

THERE is the right response. +1
Forum: Commuting
06-30-06, 12:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 765
Posted By pahearn

Is it a Quicksilver reference I bet? I took a...

Is it a Quicksilver reference I bet? I took a date to that movie in the 6th grade, heh.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-06, 08:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 737
Posted By pahearn

Do *NOT* try to bend them, they will crack apart....

Do *NOT* try to bend them, they will crack apart. Not that *I* did this trying to squeeze a set of shifters onto a road bar after 6-7 beers, or anything.

-p
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-06, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,493
Posted By pahearn

Can't you just look at the inner profile of the...

Can't you just look at the inner profile of the rim to-be-sure? If it has a significant "lip" it's a clincher. For example, do a Google image search for "clincher rim" and then another for "tubular...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-06, 02:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,840
Posted By pahearn

LMAO

LMAO
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-06, 02:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,846
Posted By pahearn

Too bad you didn't tell Xzibit down at the LBS...

Too bad you didn't tell Xzibit down at the LBS this before they pimped it, they would have done it all for you, no? Or were you forced to keep it a XC bike? Bummer...

-p
Forum: Commuting
06-02-06, 09:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,840
Posted By pahearn

+1 on that.

+1 on that.
Forum: Commuting
06-02-06, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 577
Posted By pahearn

The numbness is not caused by not having enough...

The numbness is not caused by not having enough hand positions, it's being caused by too much weight on your hands. Your butt should be supporting more of your weight, followed by your legs. Are you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-06, 09:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 650
Posted By pahearn

Just send it back and tell them it's not working...

Just send it back and tell them it's not working correctly, they won't argue with you.
Forum: Commuting
06-01-06, 12:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,553
Posted By pahearn

Mup?

What's MUP stand for?

-p
Forum: Commuting
06-01-06, 11:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,553
Posted By pahearn

It varies, but I generally don't get my act...

It varies, but I generally don't get my act together and get out of the hosue until 9-9:30a (about the time I'm on the aforementioned part of the path as I live a minute from there), and because of...
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