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Search: Posts Made By: SvenSurly
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Forum: Northeast
06-03-16, 02:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By SvenSurly

Yes, by "River Road," I mean HH drive (most folks...

Yes, by "River Road," I mean HH drive (most folks call it River Road, I've found). And by "closed roads," I'm honestly not sure. The reason for my uncertainty is that the park authority will often...
Forum: Northeast
05-30-16, 03:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,402
Posted By SvenSurly

NYC / NJ: Cops Ticketing on River Road in Palisades

Just a heads up, cops in the Palisades Interstate Park are now issuing summonses to cyclists for speeding and other traffic violations, including riding on closed roads. The guy who stopped me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-16, 01:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,548
Posted By SvenSurly

Sorry, I always forget to add a detail: my...

Sorry, I always forget to add a detail: my preferred lube is White Lightening, so I have to de-/re-grease at some point.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-16, 12:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,548
Posted By SvenSurly

New Chain: When Do You First Degrease and Relube?

Hi all,

A question of opinion for all of you. You buy a new chain: do you degrease and relube with your lube of choice right away? Or do you wait for a few hundred miles and let the factory...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-16, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,454
Posted By SvenSurly

Yeah, it squares up right to what I guess you'd...

Yeah, it squares up right to what I guess you'd call the shoulder of the boss, where it gets thicker by about 3mm total (see pic). 504521

It's just that last 0.8mm of open space that bothers my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-16, 12:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,454
Posted By SvenSurly

As long as it's going to work, I guess I don't...

As long as it's going to work, I guess I don't really care. Looks kinda weird, though.

My question wasn't about the tensioning process, that I get. It was about the space at the back that normally...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-16, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,454
Posted By SvenSurly

Installing Paul Touring Cantis

Hi all,

I was installing some Paul Touring Cantilever Brakes on my ride, and something struck me as odd. Because of the design of the Pauls, the spring mechanism is on the front. But the brake...
Forum: Touring
02-07-16, 09:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Well, that's about as ringing an endorsement as...

Well, that's about as ringing an endorsement as I've heard. Sold! (As for the non-threaded-post thing, I was just mistaken. The pics I first saw of the brakes made it look like the posts were...
Forum: Touring
02-07-16, 09:07 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

That's true of V-brakes, but I'm not sure it goes...

That's true of V-brakes, but I'm not sure it goes for cantis. The Avid, Tektro, and Shimano cantilevers all say you can use normal road or mountain levers; just not long-pull levers that are...
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 09:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Sounds like the consensus is Paul. And sounds...

Sounds like the consensus is Paul. And sounds like I'll be investing in that 15mm-wrench-plus-bottle-opener!
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 09:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Yeah, saw that. I was talking per-brake, so I'm...

Yeah, saw that. I was talking per-brake, so I'm solid. Thanks for looking out, though!
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 03:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

In that instance, yes. The point is, when stuff...

In that instance, yes. The point is, when stuff sticks out much further than about 1cm past the seat stays, it hits my legs when I stand.
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 02:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Forgot to say, the issue is not lack of power....

Forgot to say, the issue is not lack of power. The issue is the brakes themselves have had it after several seasons of salty, nasty winter roads. It's time for a new set, so I figured I'd upgrade as...
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 02:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Maybe it's an issue with the way the frame is...

Maybe it's an issue with the way the frame is built on the CrossCheck? I'm not sure. All I can say is that I've definitely stabbed myself with an errant cable-end that was sticking straight out, so...
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 02:17 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

<strike>Thanks for that. Do those have toe-in...

<strike>Thanks for that. Do those have toe-in adjustment? Wasn't 100% clear from the description. Or is it unnecessary?</strike>

EDIT. Ignore that: I'm an idiot. I see the last bullet says they do...
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 02:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

I had, yeah; but that just looks too ugly for me....

I had, yeah; but that just looks too ugly for me. That's why I considered the Paul Mini Motos. Thanks!
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 12:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Any thoughts on these:...

Any thoughts on these: https://www.cyclocross.com/product/paul-minimoto-linear-short-pull-brake (Paul Mini-Motos)? They're a bit over-budget, but not so bad if they're worth it.
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 12:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Thanks for that. I neglected to mention, I'm...

Thanks for that. I neglected to mention, I'm trying to stay away from horizontal-profile brakes, as they tend to dig into my calves when I stand in the saddle.
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 12:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Hmm, those look like an option. You have a set...

Hmm, those look like an option. You have a set and like them, I assume? One thing, it says they're designed for tandems; wouldn't that make them over-powered for regular, if heavy, road/touring...
Forum: Touring
01-31-16, 12:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,167
Posted By SvenSurly

Best Cantis for < $100/set

Hi all,

Without breaking the bank, I'm looking to finally upgrade the Tektro Oryxes (Oryces?) that came stock on my Surly CrossCheck. I have the thing set up basically as a road bike, but because...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-15, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,765
Posted By SvenSurly

Awesome, thanks to you both. I believe these are...

Awesome, thanks to you both. I believe these are brass nipples on galvanized spokes, though I'm not 100% sure, as the rims are stock and the builder didn't specify.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-15, 01:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,765
Posted By SvenSurly

Corrosion on Spokes/Rims

Hi all. I'm trying to figure out whether the corrosion I've noticed on my spoke-nipples and rims is a sign of impending failure, or if it's just surficial. I'm guessing it's the latter, and that...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-03-15, 01:09 PM
Replies: 1,042
Views: 705,007
Posted By SvenSurly

Three centuries, multiple metrics, and counting,...

Three centuries, multiple metrics, and counting, on the Surly "Boss" Check. Love this bike.

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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-01-15, 09:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By SvenSurly

Thanks for that! I've also been warned off Mavic...

Thanks for that! I've also been warned off Mavic rims, though I have yet to hear any specific criticisms; more like, "they're weak, they fail, etc." without any explanation. But perhaps there's...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-15, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By SvenSurly

Sorry. 235# on a good day, bone dry.

Sorry. 235# on a good day, bone dry.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-15, 06:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By SvenSurly

The Cross Check can take either a 130 or a 135,...

The Cross Check can take either a 130 or a 135, so it doesn't really matter. Currently it's 135, since the hubs are MTB.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-15, 02:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,690
Posted By SvenSurly

Any Experience with BWW Wheels?

Hi all, I'm considering upgrading the stock wheels on my Surly Cross Check (Alex DA16s with Deore hubs). I'm looking for something durable and, if possible, slightly lighter and more road-oriented...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-15, 08:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By SvenSurly

Mixing Shimano Road Shifters & Derailleurs

Hi all, I apologize for what is, I suspect, a question that's been answered elsewhere. For all my searching, I can't seem to find the relevant thread(s). Right now I have Tiagra 2x9 all through the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-15, 11:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,207
Posted By SvenSurly

It did seem like there was a very little bit more...

It did seem like there was a very little bit more drag than before, though nothing that was noticeable with the chain on. I guess it depends on how you define "freely." The cranks don't drop to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-15, 09:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,207
Posted By SvenSurly

The play was there even with the washer in place....

The play was there even with the washer in place. It sounds like maybe my BB shell is just a bit narrow, so maybe the spacer was necessary to resolve that. That's the only reason I can think of as to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-15, 09:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,207
Posted By SvenSurly

No, it's the compact double. The crank bolt is...

No, it's the compact double. The crank bolt is actually a bit over spec at 41 ft-lbs (39 and change is supposedly the max), but there's still play. With the spacer, though, there's no play. I guess...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-15, 07:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,207
Posted By SvenSurly

You don't think having the spacer on one side vs...

You don't think having the spacer on one side vs the other will wear out the bearings unevenly or anything like that?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-15, 07:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,207
Posted By SvenSurly

SRAM GXP BB on Surly CrossCheck

I've been having some trouble putting a new GXP BB on my Surly CrossCheck. Specifically, I can't seem to get rid of a small amount of play, even when the crank bolt is torqued to the max spec (plus a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-15, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,790
Posted By SvenSurly

It appears to me that both drive and non-drive...

It appears to me that both drive and non-drive side cranks are supported by the rotating sleeve inside the cups/bearings. Does that answer your question?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-15, 08:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,790
Posted By SvenSurly

Yeah, I'm starting to wonder if he was just a bit...

Yeah, I'm starting to wonder if he was just a bit confused. I've set it up with no spacers, and have now tensioned the derailleurs/cables; everything seems to be working just fine.

Oh well, guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-15, 06:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 821
Posted By SvenSurly

Right, yeah. The cranks have no play (or very,...

Right, yeah. The cranks have no play (or very, very little play--I'm letting them sit tensioned for 24 hrs to make sure) without the spacers, so I think lateral movement is not an issue. I think...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-15, 04:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,790
Posted By SvenSurly

SRAM Rival Cranks on 2010 Cross-Check - Need BB Spacers?

Apologies for cross-posting (http://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/993746-sram-rival-cranks-2010-cross-check-need-bb-spacers.html#post17549114):

I've had my 2010 Surly Cross Check stripped and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-15, 04:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 821
Posted By SvenSurly

SRAM Rival Cranks on 2010 Cross-Check - Need BB Spacers?

Hi all, apologies for another likely dumb question, but I can't find the answer elsewhere on the boards. I may also suck at searching.

Anyway, so I've had my 2010 Surly Cross Check stripped and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 12:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,463
Posted By SvenSurly

OK, OK, you win. Thanks again.

OK, OK, you win. Thanks again.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 11:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,463
Posted By SvenSurly

Haha. Interesting thought, since failure of the...

Haha. Interesting thought, since failure of the bars would likely result in immediate death. Your prediction would remain accurate no matter what! :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 11:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,463
Posted By SvenSurly

Thanks for that, that's a good call.

Thanks for that, that's a good call.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 11:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,463
Posted By SvenSurly

I understand that in general, but do you think...

I understand that in general, but do you think the level of damage here is enough to cause alu bars to fail? Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 10:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,463
Posted By SvenSurly

"Acceptable" Damage to Drop Bars?

Hi all, season's greetings. I have what, I'm afraid, is not the brightest question. What amount of damage to the drops is acceptable, before you need to change the bars?

It seems the folks at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-14, 12:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,075
Posted By SvenSurly

The framebuilder who's doing the job said he'd...

The framebuilder who's doing the job said he'd charge a nominal fee to take care of it, so I believe I'll just leave things in his capable hands. Thanks, all!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-14, 11:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,075
Posted By SvenSurly

Excellent. Cheers!

Excellent. Cheers!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-14, 11:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,075
Posted By SvenSurly

Remove and Reuse Headset Races/Bearings?

Apologies for posting what I fear may be a stupid question, but I haven't been able to find an answer on the boards already.

I'm having my frame stripped and painted, so everything's obviously...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-14, 10:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By SvenSurly

Right, we're talking about just spinning with my...

Right, we're talking about just spinning with my fingers, no cranks attached. The left side spins without trouble, as you might expect; it's just the drive-side bearing that's feeling chunky. I put...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-14, 08:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 634
Posted By SvenSurly

SRAM Rival BB -- Time to Replace?

Greetings, all. I recently removed my cranks (2013 SRAM Rival with GXP BB), I noticed that drive side bearing doesn't seem like it wants to move freely; instead, it clicks in uniform increments, like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-14, 10:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,437
Posted By SvenSurly

It won't budge, even when I extended the leverage...

It won't budge, even when I extended the leverage on my allen wrench with a pair of pliers. I'm supposed to go counter-clockwise (i.e. lefty-loosey), right?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-14, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,437
Posted By SvenSurly

2012 Rival Cranks - Can't Loosen 8mm Hex Bolt

Hi all, as the thread title says, I've got a 2012 SRAM Rival crankset, which I'm trying to remove to get my bike painted. The setup is with a 10mm outside bolt, with an 8mm inside; I understand the...
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