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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
11-01-09, 01:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,239
Posted By Bikewrench217

I have 2 bikes. A schwinn with racks for doing...

I have 2 bikes. A schwinn with racks for doing solo unsupported rips and a Trek without all the extras that I use for supported trips
Forum: Charity Events
10-30-09, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,003
Posted By Bikewrench217

There is an organization here in the Boston area...

There is an organization here in the Boston area that does this called Bikes Not Bombs. Check out there web site. Colleting the bikes is the easy part. Getting parts to fix them and having a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-09, 11:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 643
Posted By Bikewrench217

Barnetts and UBI are the industry standards. I...

Barnetts and UBI are the industry standards. I however couldn't afford to go to either so took the Park Tool Classes. Kinda learned as I went along - volunteered as a mechanic for a few charity...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-09, 11:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,276
Posted By Bikewrench217

I work at a Trek/Specialized store. The last i...

I work at a Trek/Specialized store. The last i knew, Bontrager and Specialized tubes were actually being made by Kenda. Alot of this stuff is actually contracted out to manufactures.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-09, 10:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 155,603
Posted By Bikewrench217

we have run into this at the shop I work at. ...

we have run into this at the shop I work at. Mostly customers looking for 28 inch tubes. we sell them 700c
Forum: Charity Events
10-25-09, 10:52 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 988
Posted By Bikewrench217

1st year event in Plymouth, MA June 2010

Short 20 mile charity ride in Plymouth MA
www.ryansride.net for more information
This is a first year event but from what I can gather on the web site
It looks to be a good cause
Forum: Charity Events
10-25-09, 10:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 789
Posted By Bikewrench217

2010 EMS Memorial Ride

Emergency Medical Services Memorial Bike Ride.
3 routes to Washington DC with options.
More Information at www.Muddyangels.org
This ride was founded in 2001 in Boston By a Boston EMS Paramedic....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-09, 12:20 AM
Replies: 196
Views: 13,082
Posted By Bikewrench217

It's going to be a difficult balancing...

It's going to be a difficult balancing act...having enough products to keep people interested, but not spending so much that I go into the red.


Know where to get stuff and offer to special...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-14-09, 10:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,269
Posted By Bikewrench217

Lehigh Gorge. Great Place to Ride. It Sucks...

Lehigh Gorge. Great Place to Ride. It Sucks that I now live 6 hours away. Enjoy. Especialy this time of year. I bet the fall colors are awesome right now
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-09, 10:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,348
Posted By Bikewrench217

My first guess would be to check gear cables and...

My first guess would be to check gear cables and DR adjusments. You might need a chain -so have that checked with a chain tool. Lastly, You could also have some wear on the gears.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-09, 11:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,635
Posted By Bikewrench217

I've seen these. Department store - big box...

I've seen these. Department store - big box store stuff. Plastic wheels: I think your refering to Mags. Anyways, Theses plastic wheels look cool but the brakes will never really work well. As for...
Forum: Charity Events
10-06-09, 10:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 919
Posted By Bikewrench217

Aside from the charity ride: how much riding do...

Aside from the charity ride: how much riding do you plan to do? How far is the ride? How fast do you want to go? how comfortable do you want to be?
At the very least, I'd get a nice hybrid or good...
Forum: Charity Events
10-06-09, 10:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 920
Posted By Bikewrench217

You don't say if your racing or doing charity...

You don't say if your racing or doing charity rides. Anyway,Your best bets for funds... 1) Find a good shop willing to give you a good discount (10% or better) But don't expect feebies 2) Join a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-09, 09:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,104
Posted By Bikewrench217

You maybe able to pull the fork and take it to a...

You maybe able to pull the fork and take it to a LBS and have the threads chased
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-09, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 519
Posted By Bikewrench217

Have you tried adjusting the tension screw on the...

Have you tried adjusting the tension screw on the rear Derailure ? Just a thought.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-09, 09:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,380
Posted By Bikewrench217

Those plastic housings and spring assembly are...

Those plastic housings and spring assembly are $3.00 each at our shop however, I have been told that once ours are gone they are gone. Supposedly they are no longer availible from Shimano. If you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-09, 09:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,796
Posted By Bikewrench217

Best Scenario: An EZ Out. Remove the broken...

Best Scenario: An EZ Out. Remove the broken bolt, install a new crank arm and bolt it back up and away you go.

The SOL Scenario: You need a BB!
Forum: Charity Events
10-01-09, 10:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,513
Posted By Bikewrench217

I've paid to ride in plenty of charity rides but...

I've paid to ride in plenty of charity rides but now I volunteer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-09, 10:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 799
Posted By Bikewrench217

The pads on my Trek did the same thing. I used a...

The pads on my Trek did the same thing. I used a file to clean the pads. Just droped my wheels. About 5 to 10 minutes worth of work
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 18,013
Posted By Bikewrench217

You might be able to make it work. It will...

You might be able to make it work. It will require really playing with the limit screws on the current front derailure. Problem you will run into is that your current lever has 3 clicks and going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-09, 10:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,444
Posted By Bikewrench217

In the shop nothing beats the air compressor. ...

In the shop nothing beats the air compressor. Out of the shop: We have 2 joe blows and a park
Forum: Northeast
09-23-09, 10:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,065
Posted By Bikewrench217

You don't say if your riding on road or off road....

You don't say if your riding on road or off road. If off road and you have a car to get out to PA or down to Maryland. A couple of good off road rides are Jim Thorpe PA or the C&O Trail In...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-23-09, 10:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,097
Posted By Bikewrench217

I've got a road bike I ride alone and average 80...

I've got a road bike I ride alone and average 80 to 100 rpm and can maintain about 15 mph. When I pull my 3 year old in her trailer with my hybrid I average around 11 mph. She weighs 47 lbs. We...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-22-09, 11:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 957
Posted By Bikewrench217

3 shops in my area. 1 is open Monday thru...

3 shops in my area.
1 is open Monday thru Saturday
1 is open Tuesday thru Sunday
and the third is closed Sundays and Thursdays.
Forum: Introductions
09-22-09, 11:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 221
Posted By Bikewrench217

From Plymouth, MA

I am from Plymouth, MA. I ride both road and some mountain. I don't race but like to tour.
Rider for the last 10 years and a bike mechanic at a local shop for the last 6 seasons (2004-2009)
I...
Forum: Northeast
09-22-09, 11:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 819
Posted By Bikewrench217

Sagamore Bridge Closed to Cyclists

Just an FYI for Anyone who maybe considering a ride to the Cape.
The walkway/bikeway on the Sagamore bridge has been riped out.
According to an article in The Cape Cod Times, construction is...
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