Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 12,286
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
I don't mind better performing consumables and I like to change out cables, tires and chains well before they are worn.
A well worn tire will flat more easily. A flat tire is not only inconvenient, it can cause a tumble if the rider has a sudden flat at speed. A worn chain can prematurely wear cassettes and chainrings. Changing these parts well before the are absolutely worn makes sense to me.
Earlier this month I asked my local bike shop to replace my shifter cables, they had about 4000 miles on them.
When I picked up the bike, the mechanic insisted that they were not in need of replacement. Within 500 miles the rear shifter cable snapped. I had to finish a long ride with the chain stranded on the 11 cog. I had a an interesting follow up conversation with the mechanic, who apologized.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 09-17-15 at 12:01 PM.