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Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-09, 01:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,789
Posted By ebbett

It's worth it. The chamois in the cheaper shorts...

It's worth it. The chamois in the cheaper shorts tend to pack down on long rides and the fabric is thinner. Assos is nice, but $$$. The Pearl Izumi Ultra Sensors work well for me.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-09, 02:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,428
Posted By ebbett

I have an '83 510 that I converted. Only thing I...

I have an '83 510 that I converted. Only thing I needed to buy was a set of long reach brakes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-08, 03:00 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,966
Posted By ebbett

I have a set of 36h Superbe Pro hubs laced to...

I have a set of 36h Superbe Pro hubs laced to Mavic MA-4s - would that work?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-28-08, 12:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,596
Posted By ebbett

Yes, that's exactly it - I'm concerned about the...

Yes, that's exactly it - I'm concerned about the width of the cartridge - not really the threading of the cups since those aren't too expensive to get. I have a Phil BB on another bike so I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-08, 02:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,477
Posted By ebbett

It didn't get a very good review in Bicycle...

It didn't get a very good review in Bicycle Quarterly. Among other things, the reviewer said several images were simply ripped off other websites and there were many historical errors.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-28-08, 02:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,596
Posted By ebbett

Well, I just checked the Phil website and am even...

Well, I just checked the Phil website and am even more confused now. All their bottom brackets are either 68/70 or 68/73. So my understanding of this is that Phil bottom bracket cartridge unit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-28-08, 01:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,596
Posted By ebbett

I believe the cranks are JIS (Specialites TA). ...

I believe the cranks are JIS (Specialites TA). So it sounds like I'll be OK as long as I get the Italian threaded mounting rings? That's not a problem, but my concern is that the bottom bracket...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-08, 08:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,596
Posted By ebbett

73mm bottom bracket in a 70mm frame?

I misread the fine print on a recently purchased Philwood bottom bracket. The Phil bottom bracket I got is a 73mm one and I needed instead a 70mm one (an Italian thread). Considering the way the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-08, 09:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 545
Posted By ebbett

check out the vintage mountain bike forum at...

check out the vintage mountain bike forum at mtbr.com. They have some die-hard Klein experts over there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-08, 09:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,129
Posted By ebbett

Max Cog Size for a C-Rec Rear Derailleur

Anybody know what the max cog size is for a C-Rec RD? Can it handle a 28T?
Forum: Framebuilders
03-22-08, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,368
Posted By ebbett

I don't have a Dean, but I have a ti Serotta. I...

I don't have a Dean, but I have a ti Serotta. I couldn't be happier with the fit which is hte most important. Dean was one of the brands I considered. I also looked at all the other big ti builders...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-01-08, 09:30 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,576
Posted By ebbett

Calfee did a write up on this: ...

Calfee did a write up on this:
http://www.calfeedesign.com/forksymmetry.htm
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-08, 01:37 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,994
Posted By ebbett

I"m in

I"m in
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-08, 11:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,434
Posted By ebbett

OK, I get that the 70mm shell has a different...

OK, I get that the 70mm shell has a different diameter than the 73mm and why a 73mm BB generally won't fit into 70mm shell. However, wouldn't a Philwood specific 73mm BB still work in a 70mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-08, 01:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,434
Posted By ebbett

Would a 73mm Bottom Bracket Work in a 70mm Shell?

Anybody know if a Philwood 73mm bottom bracket would work in a 70mm shell? I'm thinking it would just mean a few extra threads of the retaining rings stick out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-08, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 872
Posted By ebbett

Flux Rattling Around In Seat Stay of My Peg

I recently picked up a Pegoretti Luigino. There's a bit of flux that rattles around in one of the seat stays. I knew this at the time I bought. I'm wondering what I should do with it. The stays...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-08, 03:47 AM
Replies: 1,431
Views: 182,492
Posted By ebbett

Want: 1. Campy Hubs, prefer Chorus or Record...

Want:
1. Campy Hubs, prefer Chorus or Record level, cassette or freewheel
2. Campy 27.2 post
3. Campy brakes
4. Italian threaded bottom bracket w/Shimano taper
5. Nice silver 1" quill stem,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-08, 12:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,184
Posted By ebbett

Didn't Colnago make a model - I think it was...

Didn't Colnago make a model - I think it was called the Export that didn't have all the traditional cut-outs or seat-stay caps. Though I'm pretty sure it still had Campy drops.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-08, 01:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 655
Posted By ebbett

If you don't find what you're looking for on the...

If you don't find what you're looking for on the Jtek website then drop an email to them. They were very helpful when I was trying to cobble my shifting system together. They didn't have anything...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-07, 01:23 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 51,191
Posted By ebbett

I have a frame that I'm looking to get repainted....

I have a frame that I'm looking to get repainted. It has a tiny dent in the top tube and a good-sized section of chainsuck on the chainstay. I'd like to somehow fill these in. I was thinking of...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-07, 12:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,130
Posted By ebbett

Noodle

I have the Noodle on my cross bike and like it a lot. Sometimes I wish it had a little more flare in the drops. Prior to the Noodle I had a set of Nitto Dirt Drops which had a lot of flare. They...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-07, 01:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 673
Posted By ebbett

1984 Trek 510 vs. Surly LHT

Help me decide. I've got the opportunity to buy either an '84 Trek 510 frameset in good condition or for about $100 more a new Surly Long Haul Trucker. The bike is primarily going to be used for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-07, 02:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,321
Posted By ebbett

It's worth quite a bit. Looks in very good...

It's worth quite a bit. Looks in very good condition too. Check out the Waterford site. They've got some history on Paramounts. That bike looks like my size . . . must . . . resist.
Forum: Framebuilders
11-26-07, 01:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,077
Posted By ebbett

Using Bondo

I'm planning on getting an old frame powdercoated. It has some pretty serious chainsuck (no rupture of the tube though) and a tiny little ding on the top tube. Would bondo be the best way to go for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-07, 02:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,148
Posted By ebbett

I bought a cheapo $20 dial indicator and stand. ...

I bought a cheapo $20 dial indicator and stand. It's neat to see what kind of deviations you're getting, but if you've got a nice stand like the TS-2, it really isn't necessary.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-19-07, 01:18 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,037
Posted By ebbett

I haven't had good experiences at American...

I haven't had good experiences at American Cyclery either. Still, it's worth a visit if you're in the area just to look. I go to D&D Cycles, Bike Nook and Roaring Mouse.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-19-07, 01:13 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,037
Posted By ebbett

Rosamunde Sausage Grill in lower Haight with a...

Rosamunde Sausage Grill in lower Haight with a beer or two at Toronado. Then meander along the Panhandle bike path and into Golden Gate Park as you enjoy your buzz and full tummy.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-07, 03:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 875
Posted By ebbett

I'm going to disagree on the Cateye CD 300 DW...

I'm going to disagree on the Cateye CD 300 DW because this thing eats batteries. My last computer was a wired one. I was expecting a shorter battery life, but not this short.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-08-07, 06:08 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,274
Posted By ebbett

Good luck finding it. I'll keep an eye out.

Good luck finding it. I'll keep an eye out.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 01:52 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,084
Posted By ebbett

Zipp hubs.

Zipp hubs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-07, 06:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,402
Posted By ebbett

I'm assuming you know about left and right hand...

I'm assuming you know about left and right hand threads. I just want to cover the bases. Here's how I solved a stuck pedal once. Took off the crank (mine was stuck on the nondrive side). I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-07, 06:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 745
Posted By ebbett

Get new spokes. I rebuilt an old wheel once to...

Get new spokes. I rebuilt an old wheel once to get practice building a wheel. Since I was just using it for practice and it was going on a second bike I reused everything. Then I started on a real...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-07, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 15,742
Posted By ebbett

I've used machined and have a newish set of...

I've used machined and have a newish set of non-machined wheels. The machined ones gave me great braking and modulation from the start. After my first ride on the non-machined wheels I was ready to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-07, 12:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,985
Posted By ebbett

Suntour Cyclone MK-II RD Coil Spring

The other day my Cyclone RD suddenly lost all tension in the pulley cage. I took the thing apart. It seems as if the coil spring is no longer fixed and is free to rotate around. Does anyone know...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-07, 01:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 572
Posted By ebbett

Using a Road Fixed Conversion on Track

Do tracks allow you to use a road fixed gear conversion? (Assuming you've removed the brakes).
Forum: Framebuilders
09-12-07, 10:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 632
Posted By ebbett

Repairing a Damaged Water Bottle Boss

Is this repairable without replacing the whole down tube?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=180158106327&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=008

It looks like a pretty big hole.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-07, 02:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,395
Posted By ebbett

I built a set of cross wheels with WS DB14 and...

I built a set of cross wheels with WS DB14 and XL14 spokes and the Aerohead rims. It's held up very well. The rims also developed an "aberation" around each of the spoke holes. I built them using...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-12-07, 01:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,964
Posted By ebbett

I'd also recommend a bike with gears. There are...

I'd also recommend a bike with gears. There are some great rides in Marin just across the Golden Gate bridge that have some pretty good climbs. Plus it's nice to be able to motor along the flats on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-30-07, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 821
Posted By ebbett

Yes, I saw that when I was looking around. I...

Yes, I saw that when I was looking around. I tried calling but the phone number was disconnected. I tried another number and left a message, but no one returned my call yet. If I don't hear back...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-07, 01:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 821
Posted By ebbett

Help Choosing Track Wheelset - Velocity Aeroheads

What do you think of Aeroheads as a fixed gear rim? I'm thinking of lacing them 3-cross w/ Wheelsmith DB14 spokes, and brass nipples. The Deep V's seem to be the popular choice, but I was looking...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-20-07, 06:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,388
Posted By ebbett

I went ahead and put on the Nitto dirt drops and...

I went ahead and put on the Nitto dirt drops and my Ergos. I like it. The angle of the shifters isn't too severe and I can shift either on the hoods or the drops. Where the bars really shine...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-19-07, 01:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,388
Posted By ebbett

I couldn't find a good picture of the Nitto. ...

I couldn't find a good picture of the Nitto. Rivendell used to sell them, but I don't see it in the catalog anymore. The dirt drops look like this: http://www.63xc.com/mattc/midge.htm
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-18-07, 12:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,388
Posted By ebbett

Dirt Drops and Ergos - How Is It?

Thinking about trying out a set of Nitto Dirt drop handlebars. Anybody have any experience on using these with Ergo shifters? I was thinking that it might be a little awkward trying to shift,...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-15-07, 02:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 823
Posted By ebbett

You can try using a c-clamp to bend it back in...

You can try using a c-clamp to bend it back in place. You'll need to make yourself something like a jig/tube blocks to hold the tube in place while you bend it. Take something like a 1x3 about the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-07, 12:04 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,539
Posted By ebbett

Wanted: drive-side Sugino 75, 170mm crank arm...

Wanted: drive-side Sugino 75, 170mm crank arm (pedal threads stripped out on mine)
Have: various road/mtb parts, cash
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-07, 12:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 763
Posted By ebbett

I checked Harris, but only saw the recessed...

I checked Harris, but only saw the recessed styles. Maybe I missed it. It looks like another solution is to drill out the brake holes in the frame and fork. I was hoping to avoid that, but these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-07, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 763
Posted By ebbett

Dual Pivot Nutted Brakes?

Does anybody make a dual pivot, long reach nutted brake? I want to put a set on my Trek 510, but it was designed for nutted brakes and the dual pivots that I have are the recessed kind.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-07, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 542
Posted By ebbett

There are two varieties of derailleurs available....

There are two varieties of derailleurs available. Sounds like the derailleur you bought is Shimano's Rapid Rise. I don't believe there's a way to change it (short of buying a new derailleur). I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-07, 01:16 AM
Replies: 1,431
Views: 182,492
Posted By ebbett

Want: - Salsa steel stem, 1" threadless,...

Want:
- Salsa steel stem, 1" threadless, 26.0, 110mm, 90 deg.
- Salsa steel stem, 1 1/8" threadless, 26.0, 110mm, 90 deg.
Have:
- 90mm Salsa 1" quill stem, 90 deg.
- Cinelli 66-42 drop bars...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-07, 02:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 423
Posted By ebbett

Here's another place to try: ...

Here's another place to try:
http://www.ochsnerusa-store.com/
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