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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 428
Posted By KCT1986

If your issue is getting to the innermost...

If your issue is getting to the innermost sprocket (closest to the spokes), it may be the 'L' screw that may need to be loosened.

As a test, pull on an exposed part of the inner cable (along the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 428
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out...

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out a bit.
Try a 1/4 turn at a time and test.
Keep track of turns in case that wasn't it.

EDIT- OOPS- I was thinking backwards.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-24-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By tcs

There's the Lupine Rotlicht Max. USB rechargeable...

There's the Lupine Rotlicht Max. USB rechargeable - ✓ User replaceable lithium-polymer battery - ✓

https://www.lupinenorthamerica.com/product-category/taillights-taillight-accessories/


...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-24-23, 06:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By John Valuk

I have read several accounts online of people...

I have read several accounts online of people having that problem, and I agree, I would find that unacceptable.

I have never experienced that with my BC30 V2.0.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-23-23, 01:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By John Valuk

For headlight, look at Fenix. I like the...

For headlight, look at Fenix.

I like the BC30 V2.0, which uses two 18650 batteries. The batteries have to be removed (quick and easy) for charging. Batteries are available that have their own USB...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-23-23, 11:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By Paul_P

Like with cars, you'll only blind oncoming...

Like with cars, you'll only blind oncoming traffic if your headlight isn't aimed properly.

My quite powerful (able to blind if I aim it at people's eyes) Busch + Müller IXON IQ Premium...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-23-23, 09:18 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By Andrey

I use Fenix BC26R lights with 21700 or 18650...

I use Fenix BC26R lights with 21700 or 18650 replaceable batteries and also a Lumintop B01 with 21700 or 18650 replaceable batteries. Lumintop B01 wins hands down in comparison, way better light...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-23-23, 01:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By JGM411

Serfas lights . I have owned a couple of them...

Serfas lights . I have owned a couple of them with 450 lumens for about 10 years. I replaced one of the batteries. recharging is done via usb
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-22-23, 11:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By Tourist in MSN

I suspect you do not want to be removing the...

I suspect you do not want to be removing the batteries to charge them. Thus, I suspect you want Li Ion batteries, but you did not specify.

Thus, I do not think you would be interested in what I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-22-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,559
Posted By tcs

Fenix.

Fenix.
Forum: Commuting
04-10-22, 08:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,046
Posted By BobbyG

I commuted most days for 28 years with weekend...

I commuted most days for 28 years with weekend rides, about 2800-3200 miles a year. My 1997 Mountain bike (bought new) still has the same drive train but the chain gets replaced every 3000 mile or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-22, 06:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By richosti

Schwalbe almotion are a great tyre. The MArathon...

Schwalbe almotion are a great tyre. The MArathon plus is also good but doesn't roll as well
Forum: Commuting
04-09-22, 08:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,046
Posted By SpedFast

I find parts last longer or shorter depending on...

I find parts last longer or shorter depending on the maintenance they receive and under what conditions they're used;
Forum: Commuting
04-09-22, 08:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,046
Posted By 79pmooney

I replace as needed. Chains when they reach...

I replace as needed. Chains when they reach 1/16" "stretch" in 12". Cassettes when new chains no longer run well on them. Chainrings when issues star. Rear derailleurs when crash trashed or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By xroadcharlie

Based on reviews by the press and owners alike I...

Based on reviews by the press and owners alike I plan on replacing the Kenda K892 tires that came on my Giant Sedona with some Schwable Marathon or Marathon + tires when these wear out.

These...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-22, 06:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By hokiefyd

I think soyabean 's statement about one flat...

I think soyabean 's statement about one flat ruining a perfectly good bike trip is a great point, though I can say from my experience that this lunch is not free. I have a weird obsession with tires...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-22, 03:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 504
Posted By Rolla

My wife has them on her Surly Bridge Club. Good...

My wife has them on her Surly Bridge Club. Good grip on road and gravel. They're kind of heavy, but she hasn't had a flat in well over a year.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-22, 06:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By timdow

This is a wonderful resource to compare bike...

This is a wonderful resource to compare bike tires:
https://www.bicyclerollingresistance.com/tour-reviews/schwalbe-marathon-plus-2015
Their testing revealed that the Marathon Plus has 20% higher...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-22, 10:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By Camilo

Right. Unlike cars, which have a rectangular tire...

Right. Unlike cars, which have a rectangular tire patch, bikes have an oval tire patch which moves water to the side to avoid hydroplaning. In addition, the larger unadulterated the tire patch, the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-22, 10:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By Camilo

I was in a shop actually looking at tires (as...

I was in a shop actually looking at tires (as opposed to reading and looking at photos). Two that caught my eye are Michelin Power Gravel and Vittoria Terreno dry. They have a subdued center tread...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-22, 09:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By Russ Roth

There can be some very noticeable differences...

There can be some very noticeable differences between slick tires and I've found some of the stiffest and most puncture resistant to be obviously slower. Personally I've found pairing mr tuffy with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-22, 08:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By soyabean

None at all. "Rolling resistance" is...

None at all.

"Rolling resistance" is noticable when you compare a knobby cyclocross tire with city slicks, but you will not feel any difference at all between different city slicks.

To notice,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-22, 07:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By Camilo

My opinion from our experience and what I've read...

My opinion from our experience and what I've read is that they'll be as good or better on pavement than other tires with any sort of knob tread (as opposed to a shallow chevron type of thing). My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-22, 10:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By Camilo

Check out the Continental Terra Speed. Get very...

Check out the Continental Terra Speed. Get very good reviews on rolling resistance and durability which reflects the experience we've had. A good all around tire and light weight for what it is....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-22, 07:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By etherhuffer

You didn't really say how loaded the bike will...

You didn't really say how loaded the bike will be. I have Marathon Plus in 40-622, which is a 1.50" tire. It has been great for medium loaded touring, city riding, etc. When loaded with tires at full...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-22, 08:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By stevel610

I would go with the regular Marathons in 37 or...

I would go with the regular Marathons in 37 or 42. You might have to walk the short steep gravel sections but the other 600 miles a year will be much nicer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-22, 08:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By KerryIrons

As a general rule, higher puncture resistance...

As a general rule, higher puncture resistance results in higher rolling resistance.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-22, 06:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By Dan Burkhart

The Marathon Plus is certainly one of the most...

The Marathon Plus is certainly one of the most puncture resistant tires on the market, but I wouldn't say they have low rolling resistance. I use them on most of my bikes, and I can't remember the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-22, 03:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,267
Posted By dsbrantjr

Check your tire clearances all around before...

Check your tire clearances all around before installing larger tires. Check all around, on 2 of my bikes the front derailleur mechanism (check all gears) is the tight spot for the rear tire; also...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-22, 09:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,092
Posted By Kedosto

What’s the waist size of your pants (measured in...

What’s the waist size of your pants (measured in inches)?
Your tires should be as wide (or wider) measured in millimeters.
Pay the money for quality tires.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-17, 08:13 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,602
Posted By howheels

Math is hard, so here's a spreadsheet for...

Math is hard, so here's a spreadsheet for everyone repeating the claim that wheel weight has such a drastic effect for climbing:...
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