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Forum: Commuting
08-15-11, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By daveizdum

Full fender with no chain stay bridge?

The full rear fenders I've seen all have one attachment point on the chain stay bridge. My new commuter doesn't have one. Fenders attach to that bridge mainly to prevent rattling and misalignment. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-11-11, 07:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 627
Posted By daveizdum

For those interested, Bikesdirect's customer...

For those interested, Bikesdirect's customer service responded that "23-35mm is the manufacturers recommendation."
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-06-11, 10:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 627
Posted By daveizdum

Range of tire widths for a Fantom Cross Outlaw?

I'm thinking of getting a Motobecane Fantom Cross Outlaw (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/outlaw.htm) for winter commuting. The stock tires are 700x30c. Anyone know what range of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-11, 12:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,151
Posted By daveizdum

I had some Park patches on a tube for over a year...

I had some Park patches on a tube for over a year without a problem. In my experience, they are not just a temporary fix. But, maybe the Specialized ones behave closer to what you experienced when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-11, 12:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,151
Posted By daveizdum

Self-adhesive tube patches

In the past I had great success using Park Tool GP-2 Super Patch (http://www.parktool.com/product/super-patch-kit-gp-2) self-adhesive inner tube patches. When I ran out, I went to my LBS, where they...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-11, 10:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,814
Posted By daveizdum

If you want to play around with the numbers...

If you want to play around with the numbers yourself, let R be the speed the redneck usually travels at, let C be the speed the cyclist slowed him down to, then

D = .25*R*C/(R-C)

is the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 30,140
Posted By daveizdum

Before trying all the lubricating ideas mentioned...

Before trying all the lubricating ideas mentioned above, check the derailleurs. Try moving them by hand to see how forceful the springs are. Try moving the derailleurs of other bikes for reference....
Forum: Commuting
06-07-11, 05:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,994
Posted By daveizdum

I once read a book by a guy who specializes in...

I once read a book by a guy who specializes in bicycle crimes and bicycle laws. (If I think of his name, I'll post an edit.) He had data which shows most bike thieves are lazy and opportunistic. If...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-03-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,242
Posted By daveizdum

Over in the mechanics forum, a lot of people...

Over in the mechanics forum, a lot of people quote the following philosophy. Light, strong, inexpensive: pick two. There seems to be a consensus that you can't have all three. When I looked at the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,379
Posted By daveizdum

Keep in mind that, a few years ago, people were...

Keep in mind that, a few years ago, people were using 3x7 and 3x8. But now a lot of people are using only two rings up front, so they have 2x10 or 2x11. For them, the total theoretical number of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-11, 09:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,000
Posted By daveizdum

There are a few threads in these forums about...

There are a few threads in these forums about removing bends from rims. Following their instructions, I've fixed two bent rims.

I won't lie and claim that they are 100% as good as new. But I was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-11, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,650
Posted By daveizdum

An ex-girlfriend of mine once bought a bunch of...

An ex-girlfriend of mine once bought a bunch of parts from Walmart, all Bell branded.

- The aluminum kickstand was very light and durable.

- The light wasn't very bright, but it shines enough...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-11, 11:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,640
Posted By daveizdum

It's hard to tell from the photos, but those look...

It's hard to tell from the photos, but those look like what I have on my bike. They are Tranz-X locking skewers.
They come with a special 5-sided key. You may find such a key at a specialty tool...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-11, 11:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,444
Posted By daveizdum

Removing a stuck bottom bracket that hadn't been...

Removing a stuck bottom bracket that hadn't been greased or cleaned in 10 years. At least four mechanics contributed to the effort. Someone broke a wrench and a vice. Someone else tried a blow...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-11, 12:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,276
Posted By daveizdum

+1 Many times I've gone down hills with red...

+1

Many times I've gone down hills with red lights at the bottom and have dropped 7 gears in 1/2 second. I don't think I could do that with triggers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-11, 10:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 800
Posted By daveizdum

Help identifying rims.

Below are links to pictures of two road rims made by Weinmann.

Cobra: http://www.weinmanntek.com/Products/RACE/COBRA.htm
Excellium: http://www.weinmanntek.com/Products/RACE/EXCELLIUM.htm

I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-11, 01:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,276
Posted By daveizdum

As others have said, this might be an easy...

As others have said, this might be an easy switch. I swapped a 28/38/48 for a 30/42/52. I did some measuring first to make sure I'd get the right BB so that the rings wouldn't hit the chain stay. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-11, 11:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,402
Posted By daveizdum

A friend of mine did this to his mountain bike...

A friend of mine did this to his mountain bike and bent two axels in one year. So yes, they do make some pegs that will fit a standard axel. His typical passenger was ~160lbs. You may have better...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-11, 07:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,757
Posted By daveizdum

I've been using a pair of these, which I bought...

I've been using a pair of these, which I bought locally for $12. No problems so far.

http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1286438

I use them infrequently. If I used them...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-11, 06:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,647
Posted By daveizdum

Ha ha, I totally agree. Yes, said bottom bracket...

Ha ha, I totally agree. Yes, said bottom bracket was badly abused. I wasn't trying to say that bearings shouldn't be reused. My bottom bracket is in tip top form and I would gladly keep using the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-11, 11:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 13,647
Posted By daveizdum

If anyone is curious, here are some photos I took...

If anyone is curious, here are some photos I took of old and new bearings These were done with a crappy microscope at 60x magnification. The old ones came from a poorly maintained bottom bracket. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-11, 11:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,747
Posted By daveizdum

I can't address your specific model, but I've...

I can't address your specific model, but I've purchased two pairs of Wellgo WR-1 pedals. One required a pedal wrench, the other took an allen wrench. They were probably different model years. But...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-11, 10:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,239
Posted By daveizdum

An unscrupulous LBS did this to me once. I...

An unscrupulous LBS did this to me once. I didn't know they had done it until I disassembled the fork for cleaning. As was mentioned above, a soda can is too thin. The LBS dealt with this by...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-11, 01:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,026
Posted By daveizdum

BCRider, great advice on the upgrade sequence. ...

BCRider, great advice on the upgrade sequence. Thank you.

Thanks to everyone else as well. I think this may be my first BF post where everyone was nice to each other and offered nothing but...
Forum: Commuting
03-07-11, 12:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 737
Posted By daveizdum

That's hilarious. That thing has three speeds...

That's hilarious. That thing has three speeds and the biggest dork disk I've ever seen. It must have been pretty motivating to see a 50lb bike and a pair of galoshes up in front of you.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-11, 12:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,026
Posted By daveizdum

In using the search feature I've seen the term...

In using the search feature I've seen the term "brake modulation" thrown around. I know what it is, but I've not heard anyone explain clearly why some sets of v-brakes naturally have it and some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-11, 11:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,026
Posted By daveizdum

Ah, thanks. That confirms my suspicions. The...

Ah, thanks. That confirms my suspicions. The slight looseness seems to invite dirt to creep in. It has always bothered me. At least now I know that it's normal.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-11, 07:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,026
Posted By daveizdum

I guess I've been lucky to not have trouble with...

I guess I've been lucky to not have trouble with stripping and rusting. I also did my own cabling and chose good pads. When you say "anchor point," what do you mean?



Mine definitely do not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-11, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,026
Posted By daveizdum

What makes better v-brakes better?

As parts have broken or worn out, I've replaced them with better parts. My generic v-brakes have survived many years without need of replacing (they have a hidden Chang Star logo inside). I've been...
Forum: Commuting
03-06-11, 01:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 603
Posted By daveizdum

+1 on everything you said. I couldn't have made...

+1 on everything you said. I couldn't have made it through many impoverished years of college and grad school without a bike.

Anyone worried about maintenance and repair costs should check to see...
Forum: Commuting
03-05-11, 09:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,021
Posted By daveizdum

The coefficient of static friction for rubber on...

The coefficient of static friction for rubber on ice is approximately 0.25. The coefficient of kinetic friction for rubber on ice is approximately 0.15. The key to...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,021
Posted By daveizdum

I live in the Rocky mountains and have ridden...

I live in the Rocky mountains and have ridden through a foot of packed snow with ice underneath. This should be sufficiently wintery for anyone reading my post and contemplating whether I subjected...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-11, 02:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,021
Posted By daveizdum

To address some things mentioned so far... ...

To address some things mentioned so far...

As stated in the original post, I do ride on hard packed snow and ice. Some seem unwilling to accept this. It's actually pretty easy with practice. I...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-11, 01:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,077
Posted By daveizdum

Weight isn't the sole determinant of lock...

Weight isn't the sole determinant of lock quality. The lock I use is relatively light compared to some that have been mentioned.

Force 3 (...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-11, 03:11 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,021
Posted By daveizdum

700x23 on snow and ice? Piece of cake.

I wanted to describe my commuting experience this winter as a counterpoint to all the threads about winter riding with fat studded tires. I'm not trying to contradict anyone or convince anyone. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-11, 02:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,117
Posted By daveizdum

I've been using non-QR skewers for a long time. ...

I've been using non-QR skewers for a long time. I can't imagine ever tightening them enough to break them. With vertical dropouts, skewers don't have to be very tight. Just get the wheel snug and...
Forum: Commuting
02-19-11, 08:05 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,049
Posted By daveizdum

It depends which model you get. My friend has...

It depends which model you get. My friend has Planet Bike Full ATB fenders, which do not have release tabs: http://ecom1.planetbike.com/7005.html The link you gave is to the Hardcore ATB fender...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-11, 03:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,312
Posted By daveizdum

Only the gusts reached 100kmph (60mph) the steady...

Only the gusts reached 100kmph (60mph) the steady winds were less than half of that. I heard whistling sounds coming from my bike that I'd never heard before. One strong gust blew straight at me...
Forum: Commuting
02-16-11, 10:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,312
Posted By daveizdum

"...as he struggles with the bag, he gets...

"...as he struggles with the bag, he gets assistance from his team car..."

I guess I need to hire a car full of guys to follow me around.
Forum: Commuting
02-16-11, 08:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,312
Posted By daveizdum

I've ridden in worse. She'll have to try harder...

I've ridden in worse. She'll have to try harder than that to stop me. :)
Forum: Commuting
02-16-11, 07:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,312
Posted By daveizdum

Plastic bag of death!

Today we had winds gusting up to 60mph (97kph). On a 30mph descent, a plastic bag came at me, as if it were shot from a cannon. In a matter of seconds it was wrapped around my smallest cog and rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-11, 01:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,507
Posted By daveizdum

You live in Toronto, so the roads are likely...

You live in Toronto, so the roads are likely covered in sand, salt, and ice. That stuff gets on the rim and acts like pumice. If it's grinding down your brake pads, it may also be grinding your...
Forum: Commuting
02-13-11, 12:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,825
Posted By daveizdum

As other's have said, the four miles will quickly...

As other's have said, the four miles will quickly become easy for you. To make those four miles as pleasant as possible, make sure you are prepared for the weather and have an emergency tool kit. ...
Forum: Commuting
02-12-11, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 737
Posted By daveizdum

I have similar space issues, and health concerns....

I have similar space issues, and health concerns. I just throw an old shower curtain on the living room floor and clean the whole bike with dish washing liquid (mild degreaser) and water. I ride...
Forum: Commuting
02-11-11, 01:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 770
Posted By daveizdum

As was mentioned, it could just be the LCD. ...

As was mentioned, it could just be the LCD. Having used a variety of electronics at low temperatures, I do know that batteries sometimes don't perform well when it's cold. Chemical reaction rates...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-11, 02:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,010
Posted By daveizdum

A combination of fluid cohesion and adhesion...

A combination of fluid cohesion and adhesion known as capillary action is responsible for drawing fluids into narrow openings. If you really are an engineer, you should retake your fluid dynamics...
Forum: Commuting
02-06-11, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 509
Posted By daveizdum

Something similar happened to me on a rainy day. ...

Something similar happened to me on a rainy day. Once I felt the bike start to fishtail, I let off the rear brake, regained some control, and then jumped off. Even with my bike on the ground in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-06-11, 02:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 961
Posted By daveizdum

I got one of these for $120 back in September. I...

I got one of these for $120 back in September. I didn't buy it for weight savings, but replacing my crappy chromoly fork with Nashbar's CF cyclocross fork saved 160g (about 1/3 lb.). The Nashbar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-11, 02:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,493
Posted By daveizdum

Wellgo customer service: better than my Wellgo pedals.

The end cap on my Wellgo WR-1 pedal cracked somehow. There haven't been any hard impacts to the pedal. My theory is that water got in there on one of the many sub-zero days we've had lately. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-11, 12:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 20,159
Posted By daveizdum

I have an update from my friend. Firstly, it...

I have an update from my friend. Firstly, it seems that I can't ship supplies to him.

"As for the donation, the biggest issue would be getting it all here. There isn't really a way to ship...
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