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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 11:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 235
Posted By mattkime

I replaced the cable and it made a HUGE...

I replaced the cable and it made a HUGE difference. I've only seen poor shifting from a worn out cable, not difficult lever actuation.

Luckily the bike will get passed down to my younger son. This...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 235
Posted By mattkime

Kids bike - swapping Shimano Altus to Microshift Acolyte - worth it?

I take my son to school daily via bike - he's in the 2nd grade. I try to persuade him to shift gears but he's hesitant. To be fair, the shift lever is rather heavy when downshifting. The shift cables...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,122,520
Posted By mattkime

Kids bike - swapping Shimano Altus to Microshift Acolyte - worth it?

I take my son to school daily via bike - he's in the 2nd grade. I try to persuade him to shift gears but he's hesitant. To be fair, the shift lever is rather heavy when downshifting. The shift cables...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,108
Posted By mattkime

Good point, I thought I could 2x that since there...

Good point, I thought I could 2x that since there are two tires but in retrospect thats not how it works.

I'll pay more attention to weight rating in the future. I guess there is some variation...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,108
Posted By mattkime

The bike weighs about 60 lbs, I weigh 160, my kid...

The bike weighs about 60 lbs, I weigh 160, my kid weighs about 40. We should have been well within the weight limit
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,108
Posted By mattkime

Wire bead failure on Schwalbe Marathon tire that's five years old. What's the cause?

I have a buillitt front loader cargo bike and today the rear tire failed - Schwalbe Marathon Winter Plus thats about 5 years old. The wire bead failed. Suddenly I felt the tire bottom out and I...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-31-23, 10:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By mattkime

Studded tire recommendations

I'm no stranger to studded tires. I have Schwalbe marathon plus tires on my Bullitt cargo bike. I'd also like studs on my gravel bike which has clearance for 45mm tires. I'm curious about the Conti...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 455
Posted By mattkime

Hydro brakes and levers can be had for about $35...

Hydro brakes and levers can be had for about $35 / each - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LFD58JH/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1F1CRO6ZMXV7T&psc=1

Yes, install would take much longer, but I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-23, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 455
Posted By mattkime

That's not a concern in this case. It has some...

That's not a concern in this case. It has some internal cable routing (annoyingly) and no cable stops. Well, maybe for the shifting.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-23, 08:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 455
Posted By mattkime

Entry level disc brake - cable or hydraulic? which model?

My wife has a new-to-her Raleigh Alysa 2 (a hybrid) that seems to have lived much of its life outside. Of note, the rear brake could use new cable housing and pads. I'm kind of tempted to replace it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 11:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 243
Posted By mattkime

Shimano PD-6800 ultegra pedals - do they have the same bearings as newer pedals?

I'm tempted to hunt down a set (or two) of PD-6800 pedals - I have garmin vector 2 pedals that work very well but bearing kits are unavailable. Not a problem - I have the cartridge kit to use them...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By mattkime

I've ignored the apparently trivial rust on the...

I've ignored the apparently trivial rust on the drive train. I rewaxed the chain which helped it quiet down nicely.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-23, 04:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By mattkime

rust removal on kid's bike - chain and cassette with winter wear - clean or replace?

My son commuted to school (first grade) via bike through a portion of the winter. Most of his bike shows no wear but the 8 speed chain and cassette are pretty rusty. It looks like I could get some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By mattkime

No. In fact, I realized that I could swap parts...

No. In fact, I realized that I could swap parts between the new and old crank. Its the non-drive side crank arm that was causing the problem. I don't have a visual explanation for this.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-23, 12:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By mattkime

I applied a lot of grease and the problem was...

I applied a lot of grease and the problem was unchanged. I installed the OLD and obviously worn bottom bracket - still the same squeaking noise! Then I remember that I had a spare crank, a brand new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-23, 07:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By mattkime

No spacers. If by splined spacer you mean...

No spacers.
If by splined spacer you mean bearing cover, yes, its installed.
Nothing installed on the drive side spindle, aside from the bearing cover which stays in place on its own.
Yes, its...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-23, 12:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By mattkime

New threaded bottom bracket is squeaking - I need some ideas.

I just replaced the bottom bracket for my sram force crank set. English threaded. Seems like a stupid simple install. SRAM GXP bottom bracket.

It squeaks. I can even get it to squeak a bit with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-23, 10:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 627
Posted By mattkime

Kindernay is only available in thru axle. Bullitt...

Kindernay is only available in thru axle. Bullitt does sell thru axle rear dropouts - https://www.larryvsharry.com/da/dropouts?lvsh_model=5706 and pics -...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 627
Posted By mattkime

From Alfine 8 to Kindernay XIV - thru axle to solid, verify chainline

I have a Bullitt cargo bike with an Alfine 8 internal gear hub and a gates carbon belt. I'd like to switch it over to a Kindernay XIV with a belt. The kindernay comes with a 12mm thru-axle which I'd...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-23, 03:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By mattkime

Dura Ace WH-7850 C24CL - rims are done, any value in the hubs?

I have a set of Dura Ace wheels that I rode until the rims gave up - I'm sure a combo of wet riding and potholes did them in. Still, I'd feel funny just throwing them away. Is there any value in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-22, 08:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,503
Posted By mattkime

I agree with others that recommend a more supple...

I agree with others that recommend a more supple tire. Yes, flats are a pain but you're unnecessarily slowing yourself down unless you know there are a lot of tire hazards on your way to work.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-22, 07:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,503
Posted By mattkime

What wheels / rims do you have? I run some 23s on...

What wheels / rims do you have? I run some 23s on wheels with the same internal width - not what I'd recommend but you have options.

How much do you plus bike and gear weigh? Use this mainly to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-22, 05:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 446
Posted By mattkime

derailleur hanger keeps going out of true

I have a CAAD10 with 6870 di2 (11 speed) and the derailleur hanger keeps going out of true. The rear derailleur will graze the spokes of my back wheel - very worrisome.

I could replace the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-22, 03:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By mattkime

I removed the rear derailleur and connected it...

I removed the rear derailleur and connected it via an additional cable to my five port junction a box. Works fine. Looks like its a cabling problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-22, 06:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 481
Posted By mattkime

di2 6870 rear derailleur doesn't work, junction box doesn't show lights

My rear derailleur stopped working in the middle of a ride yesterday. Nothing happened, no crash, it just stopped working. The 'junction a' box doesn't seem to respond to button presses either. I can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-22, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 214
Posted By mattkime

Any recs on a good 20" wheel for a tagalong bike?

I got a 'free' tagalong bike and the bearings on the rear wheel are completely shot so I'm just considering replacing the whole wheel rather than sink money into what might be a losing battle. I'd...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,272
Posted By mattkime

I'd size down. You can always use a longer stem...

I'd size down. You can always use a longer stem on a smaller bike but if a bike is too big you can only go so short.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-21, 10:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By mattkime

Just plugged in a high power usb adapter and the...

Just plugged in a high power usb adapter and the charger seems to think its fully charged.

My rear shifting seems fine but my front derailleur seems hesitant and a bit louder than normal. I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-21, 08:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 332
Posted By mattkime

di2 6770 junction shows red, I'm not sure its charging

I have di2 6670 and I'm not sure its charging properly. The battery recently drained after a week whereas in the past it would run for many months. When I press the button on the junction I see a red...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 12:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

Update - I replaced the caliper, cleaned the...

Update - I replaced the caliper, cleaned the disc, and I'm using new pads. No squealing!

I had another M6000 around which I installed. I asked my wife if I should just get a new caliper and she...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-21, 09:50 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

Here's what the back of the pads look like 12...

Here's what the back of the pads look like 12 hours after a very thorough cleaning - https://imgur.com/a/9WUZOvP
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-21, 08:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

I've removed the brake from the bike and its now...

I've removed the brake from the bike and its now hanging from the ceiling in my basement. I've thoroughly cleaned the brake and the backs of the pads and let it sit for an hour. I found a small...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

>Pads are porous, if they're contaminated more...

>Pads are porous, if they're contaminated more than very slightly you cannot clean them.

Seems like a recipe for throwing away a lot of pads if you're having a problem.

I must have some rotten...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-21, 08:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

What should I replace it with? I'm kind of...

What should I replace it with? I'm kind of tempted to go with a SRAM Code RSC after reading a few reviews. The price is kind of high but I can get over that. Need to figure out if I'd need to replace...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-21, 10:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

Last night I installed a new rotor and cleaned...

Last night I installed a new rotor and cleaned the pads. This morning I inspected the pads and noticed oil on the backs. I wiped them off and rode around the block, breaking hard a number of times....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-21, 10:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,403
Posted By mattkime

Rear disc brake is awesome, front squeals constantly! Haaaalp!

The bike - my Bullitt cargo bike (no, no motor), Shimano M6000 brakes. I've aaaaalways had trouble with the front brake squealing. I've gone over all the basic maintenance items and I still end up...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-21, 10:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,032
Posted By mattkime

Follow up - I went with Tire Armour and Flatout...

Follow up - I went with Tire Armour and Flatout sealant. It rides well, I don't notice a significant change in ride quality. I'll report next time I get a flat.
Forum: Commuting
06-29-21, 08:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,014
Posted By mattkime

I've run PDW fenders and have really enjoyed...

I've run PDW fenders and have really enjoyed them. Quiet and reliable. That said, I don't think there are any wrong answers here. I went with PDW because I wanted a more modern look. I was surprised...
Forum: Commuting
06-28-21, 06:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,032
Posted By mattkime

Sealant & puncture protection for front loading cargo bike

After several years of Bullitt (front loading cargo bike ownership I got my first flat - my wheel found a small nail! (I've been running Marathon tires) I had a slime tube and didn't notice the flat...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-26-20, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,722
Posted By mattkime

Thank you, Harhir, thats what I suspected but its...

Thank you, Harhir, thats what I suspected but its good to hear from someone else.
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-22-20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,722
Posted By mattkime

Ortlieb outer pocket on Bullitt bike - How much weight can it hold?

I'd like to mount a couple of bags behind the box on my bullitt bike (as shown). The ortlieb outer pocket looks like a good choice but it says it only holds 2 lbs. This seems a bit low. I was hoping...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-20, 10:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,069
Posted By mattkime

What happens when you clean resin pads with fire? (yes, I was dumb)

I have my first bike with disc brakes and I'm learning by doing stupid things.

A while ago, my front brake was very squeaky. I cleaned the pads and disc with alcohol and then a brief hit with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-20, 11:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 785
Posted By mattkime

New to hydraulic disc brakes - help me bleeeeed!

I have a Bullitt cargo bike with shimano m6000 brakes. My front brake became squeaky after about a year of use. I tried cleaning the pads and rotor with fire and rubbing alcohol (but not at the same...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-20, 08:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,190
Posted By mattkime

Yes, I understand how to do this generally, its...

Yes, I understand how to do this generally, its just the first time I've come across a single speed chain marked 'narrow'
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-07-20, 11:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,190
Posted By mattkime

Which master link for KMC Z Narrow chain from Frog 48 bike?

I’m cleaning up a frog 48 bike and I’d like to give the chain a good scrub. There’s no master link but I’d like to use one when I put the chain back on. All I’ve found about the chain is ‘kmc z...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-18, 04:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By mattkime

I'm leaning toward the Soma All Road Fork -...

I'm leaning toward the Soma All Road Fork - https://www.somafab.com/archives/product/all-road-gravel-carbon-fork

There will be a surplus of space between the fork, fender, and wheel but its...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-18, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 492
Posted By mattkime

Fork Finding Mission - Carbon, disc brake, 1 1/8 head tube....

I have a frame with a 1 1/8" head tube and I'd like to find a fork that meets the following requirements -

1. Disc break
2. Carbon Fiber
3. Fender mount at bridge
4. Fender mount eyelets...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-11-18, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,287
Posted By mattkime

Bullitt build - seeking wheel advice

The Bullitt has a 20" front wheel and a 26" rear. I'd like something durable (duh) and not toooo expensive. I'm thinking about having my local bike shop build some wheels for me but its hard to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-18, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,123
Posted By mattkime

The smallest reading i got out of my micrometer...

The smallest reading i got out of my micrometer was 27.10mm for my 27.2mm post

Carbon paste seems to have helped thus far. Did a 25 mile ride and it seems to have stayed in place although I think...
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