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Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-22, 04:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,240
Posted By signalnc

His dad was doing the same thing in Central park...

His dad was doing the same thing in Central park in the 80s
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,927
Posted By signalnc

Which Mavic do you have?

Which Mavic do you have?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-22, 03:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,927
Posted By signalnc

It's a 2016. I'll try a 28 to see if it fits....

It's a 2016. I'll try a 28 to see if it fits. Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,927
Posted By signalnc

I liked the look of the bike 😂.

I liked the look of the bike 😂.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-22, 11:02 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,927
Posted By signalnc

Thanks for all of the input. I think I will try...

Thanks for all of the input. I think I will try different psi with the aluminum rims I have now. I have 25mm continental gp5000 front and back. I don't think the frame can accommodate 28s.

I had...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-22, 06:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,927
Posted By signalnc

Steel road bike comfort- carbon vs aluminum wheels

Hi all. I am riding a 2016 steel frame made from Columbus Spirit. (torelli nitro express). It has Easton EA 70 wheels. I'm not thrilled with the wheels, and I am looking to upgrade. Will carbon...
07-05-21, 05:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,959
Posted By signalnc

I got the Ghost drift XL. I waited for prime day...

I got the Ghost drift XL. I waited for prime day on Amazon. Paid $109. I purchased the helmet mount, but wound up taking off and using just the part that the camera attaches to. I took that and put...
06-28-21, 05:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By signalnc

thanks- I think I got it figured out. There is a...

thanks- I think I got it figured out. There is a shim and a spacer. or 2 shims. One goes over the steer tube (which is actually the future shock cartridge that holds the spring). The the other one...
06-28-21, 05:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By signalnc

I guess the question is, can you use a standard...

I guess the question is, can you use a standard stem with a 1 1/8th clamp ? or is the shim necessary to prevent damage. I have emailed Specialized and asked them .
06-28-21, 03:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By signalnc

I just measured the shim. The inside diameter is...

I just measured the shim. The inside diameter is 1 1/8th. The original stem diameter is clearly larger hence the need for the shim....also the shim has a -8 and +16 on it, so yes it can be turned to...
06-28-21, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By signalnc

Just guessing the steerer tube is actually 1...

Just guessing the steerer tube is actually 1 1/8", and the stem is larger. Pic is of original stem. I'll have to do some research on it. The stem I put on it said it's 1 1/8th . The steerer tube is...
06-28-21, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By signalnc

this one ...

this one
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06-28-21, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By signalnc

2017 specialized roubaix stem shim

Hi. I am changing the stem on my 2017 Roubaix. I bought a stem off of craigslist . Seems the steer tube clamp diameter of the new stem is narrower than the original . No need for the shim. Is it ok...
06-09-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,959
Posted By signalnc

Thanks. I'm leaning towards the ghost XL. 9 hour...

Thanks. I'm leaning towards the ghost XL. 9 hour battery life is impressive.
06-08-21, 05:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,959
Posted By signalnc

front camera suggestions?

Does anyone have any suggestions for a front facing camera? either on the handlebars or my helmet? I have been using a Veho Muvi on my helmet, but it seems kind of bulky . I was considering the fly...
06-25-17, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 695
Posted By signalnc

I would agree the 62 is probably a better fit...

I would agree the 62 is probably a better fit than a 60, but without knowing you inseam,torso, and arm length, it's just a general yes.

I used this bike fit calculator (link below).... I am built...
06-04-17, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,193
Posted By signalnc

Thanks. I'll try a new cable first.

Thanks. I'll try a new cable first.
06-04-17, 07:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,193
Posted By signalnc

shimano shifter not returning back after shift

Hi all. I have a shimano 105 9 speed shifter set. Circa 1999. The right shifter is not springing back into it's proper resting place after shifting (up?) into an easier gear. I am having to...
08-03-16, 02:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,849
Posted By signalnc

not yet. they are a friends wheels-- 30 minutes...

not yet. they are a friends wheels-- 30 minutes was two of us taking turns on one wheel. I'll tell him about changing the rim tape. I didn't see this thread until this morning.
08-03-16, 05:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,849
Posted By signalnc

old thread but just wanted to add my 2...

old thread but just wanted to add my 2 cents--took me 30 minutes to mount a 28mm gatorskin on the a23 rim last night. I've never had trouble like that before.
07-23-16, 07:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,207
Posted By signalnc

thanks for all of this info. I need it for a...

thanks for all of this info. I need it for a friends bike, which should be the same as my '99 trek. His is a KHS aero comp from '99 with original Ultegra 9 speed. He wrecked it last week and needs to...
07-22-16, 07:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,207
Posted By signalnc

crank tool recommendation

need to get a crank tool. Does anyone have a recommended brand or specific one? thanks
07-16-16, 09:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By signalnc

should I grind it down or return it for a new...

should I grind it down or return it for a new one? or is there a spacer that is slightly narrower?


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07-16-16, 09:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By signalnc

https://s32.postimg.org/sqef37b0h/DSC_0026.jpg...

https://s32.postimg.org/sqef37b0h/DSC_0026.jpg (https://postimg.org/image/sqef37b0h/)
07-16-16, 09:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By signalnc

Looks like the back side of the cassette block...

Looks like the back side of the cassette block the "bolts" are protruding slightly causing it not to fit. On my other cassette they are flush with the block.
07-16-16, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 608
Posted By signalnc

9 speed cassette 11's hub last cog

Hi all. I have an Easton rear wheel , ea70 LTD from performance, with an 11 speed hub. It came with a spacer for the 9/10 cassette. When I put the spacer on, I cannot get the last cog to fit on the...
09-27-15, 05:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By signalnc

thanks for the info

thanks for the info
09-27-15, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 810
Posted By signalnc

uniglide cassette cogs

Hi. Forgive my lack of knowledge....I am currently using a 7 speed 105 uniglide hub. I would like to change the gearing. Can I change the individual cogs? or do I need to buy the cassette like the...
09-26-15, 05:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 669
Posted By signalnc

ok. thanks. I may just replace the rings......I...

ok. thanks. I may just replace the rings......I was worried if I did change to a compact crank, or say a newer triple (from a 9 or 10 speed group) that the spacing in between the rings would be too...
09-25-15, 08:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 669
Posted By signalnc

7 speed crank change options

Hi all.I have an older steel frame road bike with Shimano 7 speed 105 group. It is the original 7 speed (126mm rear hub). I don't like the biopace cranks, and would like to change them. I would...
08-20-15, 08:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 901
Posted By signalnc

ok. thank you all. great info.

ok. thank you all. great info.
08-16-15, 09:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 901
Posted By signalnc

9 speed 10 speed swap

Hi all. I have two bikes that I want to swap groups and wheels. One is all 9 speed shimano 105 (circa 1999) with the exception that is has a Sora front derailleur. The other is 10 speed Ultegra...
08-12-15, 09:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,351
Posted By signalnc

ok, so the bottom pulley has an arrow on it,...

ok, so the bottom pulley has an arrow on it, which should be pointed toward the front of the bike?
08-12-15, 08:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,351
Posted By signalnc

Jockey wheel friction Ultegra 6600

I am trying to install new jockey wheels for the first time. So I made the mistake of just taking the old ones off and tossing them out, without paying attention if there are differences to the two...
07-25-15, 08:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,577
Posted By signalnc

thanks for the explanation

thanks for the explanation
07-25-15, 05:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,577
Posted By signalnc

rolling bike backwards changes gears

when I roll my bike backwards the gears on the rear change--25, 23, 21 etc....seems like something is not lined upright. It doesn't affect the shifting when I'm riding, nor does it change on it's own...
06-21-14, 07:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,430
Posted By signalnc

thanks for the replies. the roads where I ride...

thanks for the replies. the roads where I ride are decent. I think either will work. I have a vivitar 785hd. The mounts it came with aren't that great. The bike mount is too small for my stem and...
06-21-14, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,430
Posted By signalnc

road bike video cam

I'm looking for advice for the best place to mount a video camera on a road bike--handlebar or helmet?
01-20-14, 07:00 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,571
Posted By signalnc

rum--I found this article on normal testosterone...

rum--I found this article on normal testosterone levels.

http://www.artofmanliness.com/2013/01/16/normal-testosterone-levels/
01-06-14, 09:53 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,571
Posted By signalnc

hey Null--I'm looking for a good doctor. any...

hey Null--I'm looking for a good doctor. any recommendations? I'm in Fuquay
10-28-13, 06:28 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,571
Posted By signalnc

I came across a few websites that recommend zinc...

I came across a few websites that recommend zinc to help boost testosterone too.
10-27-13, 06:19 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,571
Posted By signalnc

thank you all for your input. I am...

thank you all for your input.

I am height/weight proportionate, but I probably lack some fat intake. So I am making an effort to take in a little more. When I had my blood work done, my...
10-18-13, 06:04 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,087
Posted By signalnc

unfortunately genetics plays a huge role. Like...

unfortunately genetics plays a huge role. Like the others said, go get blood work and check the results.
10-16-13, 08:25 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,571
Posted By signalnc

thanks for the advice. I'll try to take out my...

thanks for the advice. I'll try to take out my oatmeal or fiber one in the morning and substitute it with eggs. Other than that I eat lots of chicken, baked or grilled, and the occasional...
10-16-13, 06:21 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 10,571
Posted By signalnc

Testosterone reality

I recently had my testosterone checked. I'm 43 and it came back at 399 total, 9.3 free. Doctor says it's normal. Everything I've read said average for my age is over 600. I only ride 2 or 3 times a...
08-01-13, 10:46 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 48,762
Posted By signalnc

thanks. That cleared it up. The straight side of...

thanks. That cleared it up. The straight side of the spring rests on the inside of the body. That's where it gets it's tension from. Makes sense. The guy I got it from obviously had taken these apart...
07-30-13, 03:48 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 48,762
Posted By signalnc

Quang, I have installed the pivot spring...

Quang,

I have installed the pivot spring like you said. With the 90 degree end in the small hole and the other end facing forward and there is no spring tension. There is nothing there for the...
07-30-13, 05:24 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 48,762
Posted By signalnc

I must be doing something wrong. The spring...

I must be doing something wrong. The spring tension seems backwards. Right now the spring tension is keeping the brake applied and not springing back to the "riding" position. That is with the 90...
07-29-13, 06:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 48,762
Posted By signalnc

ok thanks.

ok thanks.
07-29-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 48,762
Posted By signalnc

Quang, I have taken mine aprt and cleaned...

Quang,

I have taken mine aprt and cleaned them, now I am putting them back together. I have a question on the pivot spring installation. I've installed the spring both ways. One way I get no...
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