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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-16, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,226
Posted By cth6

Yes, but the bearing OD is 41.8mm with the Campy...

Yes, but the bearing OD is 41.8mm with the Campy standard.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-16, 05:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,226
Posted By cth6

To bring this one to a bit of closure. The...

To bring this one to a bit of closure. The bearings installed by Trek are manufactured under Cane Creek license to VP Components. The product number is VP-A61ACK which comprises of two MH-P03M...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-16, 05:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,226
Posted By cth6

2008 Madone 2.3 Headset

My wife's bike is creaking while standing. I replaced the bottom bracket and lubed the crankset, pedals,.... Still creaking, so I am turning to the headset next. I haven't pulled it apart yet, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-16, 06:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,494
Posted By cth6

Not buying the LBS answer. I would find another...

Not buying the LBS answer. I would find another local Trek dealer to take a look and if you can't find one call Trek directly. I wrench on my three Treks and another 5 more and have never seen...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-15, 10:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,040
Posted By cth6

YMMV, but Garmin doesn't have the best track...

YMMV, but Garmin doesn't have the best track record with their bluetooth. I have a FR220 running watch with bluetooth. About 20% of the time I have to restart the phone or the watch to get the sync...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-15, 05:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,092
Posted By cth6

I ended up replacing the tires this weekend. ...

I ended up replacing the tires this weekend. Just for grins, I wanted to see how much rubber was left covering the cords. Compared to a new II tire, there is 18% on one tire and 16% on from the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-15, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,040
Posted By cth6

As people responded, an Edge 500 is and Edge 500....

As people responded, an Edge 500 is and Edge 500. No difference. Some of the packages or bundles come with two additional options; a heart rate monitor and/or a speed & cadence sensor. You do not...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-15, 12:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,092
Posted By cth6

GP 4000S II Wear

While servicing my bike, I noticed that the wear indicator dimples are gone on my rear tire. Short of destroying a good tire, does anyone know how much rubber is left after the dimples wear down? I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-15, 03:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,939
Posted By cth6

Thanks all for the feedback. I appreciate it. ...

Thanks all for the feedback. I appreciate it. Time to spend some money this weekend.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-15, 05:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,939
Posted By cth6

The new Madone does look nice, but I am looking...

The new Madone does look nice, but I am looking to add something different to the stable.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-15, 05:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,939
Posted By cth6

Thanks, great perspective. I am looking at...

Thanks, great perspective. I am looking at putting my DA 24 wheels on the new bike and putting my Madone back on its' race lites.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-15, 11:28 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 20,500
Posted By cth6

I would argue it is more about where you ride on...

I would argue it is more about where you ride on the cassette. If you are down in the 12's on the small chain ring you probably need to be sitting on the 50 or 52 large ring. I like having a gear...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-15, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,939
Posted By cth6

R3 or Emonda - Need some perspectives

I realize that these questions usually stir up the pot, but here goes nothing.

I have narrowed it down to two bikes Emonda SL or a Cervelo R3. I don't race, but I do ride hard. I like an...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-15, 12:25 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 12,467
Posted By cth6

I look at it differently. I spend about $.20 per...

I look at it differently. I spend about $.20 per mile riding my bikes; a great deal in my eyes. It gets better when you add in how much I don't spend on a therapist to manage the stress at work or...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-15, 04:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,573
Posted By cth6

When to cut steerer tube?

How long are folks ridding around with their new setup before taking the saw to their steerer tube? Figuring 300 miles or so would give me enough road time.

CT
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-15, 04:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,555
Posted By cth6

So I wrongly figured that the LBS would have a...

So I wrongly figured that the LBS would have a list of the correct bearing size or replacement headset for my headset. Not if you ride a 08-09 Madone. Turns out they used a non-standard tapered...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-15, 04:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,555
Posted By cth6

That actually crossed my mind when I first...

That actually crossed my mind when I first started noticing it. As a runner, I pay attention to crowned roads and often run in the middle of the road or switch sides of the road to even out the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-15, 01:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,555
Posted By cth6

HillRider - That was it. Never did that test...

HillRider - That was it. Never did that test before. Pulled the bearings and the bottom one has two areas were it sticks. Feeling is almost like there is a grove on the inside of the sealed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-15, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,555
Posted By cth6

Is it time for a new headset?

I am starting to notice that the bike is pulling to the right when I ride without hands. Enough so that I can only do it for 5 seconds or so without correcting it. There is no play with the stem. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-15, 07:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,179
Posted By cth6

Thanks Up North.

Thanks Up North.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-15, 07:08 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 56,028
Posted By cth6

Thanks, the feedback helps a bunch. I have an...

Thanks, the feedback helps a bunch. I have an '09 4.5 (pre-KVF) and pulling the trigger on an SL frameset this weekend. Probably going to do an UDi2 build, but I have some time while I wait for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-15, 07:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 7,179
Posted By cth6

DI2 Internal Battery - Emonda

Any complaints about Trek's internal battery adapter on the Emonda? Is there a better option out there?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-15, 09:40 PM
Replies: 300
Views: 56,028
Posted By cth6

Lee, Now that you have some good mileage on...

Lee,

Now that you have some good mileage on the SL and the S, does the comparison to your '08 Madone change from your earlier reviews? I am guessing that you are spending most of your time on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-15, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,317
Posted By cth6

Just to follow up after breaking the pedal down. ...

Just to follow up after breaking the pedal down. The pedal works great after a good cleaning and a light lube.

What I learned.
1. Make sure that the binding tension is at the lowest setting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-15, 06:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,317
Posted By cth6

Thanks Jeb, I thought that the tension adjustment...

Thanks Jeb, I thought that the tension adjustment only regulated the clip out pressure, but looking at the design it would make sense that it impacts the clip in as well. I appreciate the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-15, 06:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,995
Posted By cth6

Perfect Huey. That is what I needed. Thanks.

Perfect Huey. That is what I needed. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-15, 08:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,317
Posted By cth6

Maintenance on SPD-SL Pedal

Clipping into my PD-6620 (Ultegra) pedals has been getting harder over time. I figured it was time for new cleats, but while at the LBS I tested a new bike and forgot to bring my pedals. They put...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-15, 08:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,995
Posted By cth6

Thanks for the reply Huey. So when I purchase...

Thanks for the reply Huey. So when I purchase the crankset, I need to specify the spindle length that I need? I believe that the Shimano only uses 24mm spindle diameters which is compatible with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-15, 07:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,995
Posted By cth6

Ultegra DI2 Groupset Bottom Bracket

I am getting ready to pull the trigger on an Emonda SL frameset. I would like to go with a Ultegra DI2 groupset. This will be my first complete build and not just a part swap. My question is...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-14, 08:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,050
Posted By cth6

WH-9000-C24-TL Rim Tape

Running clinchers (GP4000s) on my tubeless wheels. I had a few tires left in the garage and did not want to waste them before going to tubeless tires. Question is should I run rim tape?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-12, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,520
Posted By cth6

Thanks guys. I just used the dremel cutoff wheel...

Thanks guys. I just used the dremel cutoff wheel and cut a grove in the side of the adjuster and the mounting point. Now if I squeeze the pads together I can pull the cable free. I put the grove...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-12, 09:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,520
Posted By cth6

Converting old side pull brakes to quick release

My daughter has a old huffy mountain bike with a fixed front axle. She is still growing like a weed and we need to keep this bike for another year or so before we get her a new one. All of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-09, 08:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By cth6

Never put any thought to a standard. Something...

Never put any thought to a standard. Something to look at next trip to the LBS.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-09, 07:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By cth6

I live in FL, so we are pretty flat. Overpasses...

I live in FL, so we are pretty flat. Overpasses provide hill training. :)

I ride around 108-110 cadence and am right in between the 34T and 50T for most rides. Climbing the hills we have in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-09, 06:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By cth6

Thanks for the feedback. Glad I did not take the...

Thanks for the feedback. Glad I did not take the angle grinder to them then. :)

Sheldon's site has some great info, but I found nothing about the pins. Actually tried a few places on the web...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-09, 06:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By cth6

It is actually not the FD. There are some rivets...

It is actually not the FD. There are some rivets on the 50T ring. Almost like they were put there for balancing the ring. (I doubt it, but no other idea what they would be there for). These...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-09, 05:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By cth6

It is actually not the FD. There are some rivets...

It is actually not the FD. There are some rivets on the 50T ring. Almost like they were put there for balancing the ring. (I doubt it, but no other idea what they would be there for). These...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-09, 05:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By cth6

Chainring noise issue.

All,

I have an '09 Trek 4.5; Shimano 105 50/34 and Shimano 105 11-25, 10 speed. This is my first bike with a compact crank and 10 in the back.

When in the 34 on the chainring, I can not use...
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