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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 615
Posted By OblivionLord

Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-23, 08:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 615
Posted By OblivionLord

This is accurate information but my main concern...

This is accurate information but my main concern was removing the spindle off the crank arm itself. There are no videos of this procedure on YouTube that I can find for my crankset.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-23, 04:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 615
Posted By OblivionLord

Sorry for the confusion. I was asking how to...

Sorry for the confusion. I was asking how to remove the spindle from the left crank arm. It appears to be permanently affixed and is not designed to be removed from the arm casing.

Looks like I've...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-23, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 615
Posted By OblivionLord

FSA Omega Crank question

I have an existing Omega FDA crank that I'd like to reduce from 175mm to 170mm due to my knee and was wondering if anyone knew how exactly how to take the integrated spindle off so I can use it with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-16, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,611
Posted By OblivionLord

But what are the individual parts you used?

But what are the individual parts you used?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-16, 08:23 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,611
Posted By OblivionLord

What are all the mods you did?

What are all the mods you did?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-28-12, 12:29 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,611
Posted By OblivionLord

Updated my bike... http://i.imgur.com/1WpOh.jpg...

Updated my bike...
http://i.imgur.com/1WpOh.jpg

Full Album...
http://imgur.com/a/uEQZp#0

I may change out the frame next year since this one is obviously too large.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-07-12, 12:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

Don't be hesitant to post pics of your bike. I'd...

Don't be hesitant to post pics of your bike. I'd like to see them.

Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-23-12, 07:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 967
Posted By OblivionLord

I put additional velcro on the pads prior just to...

I put additional velcro on the pads prior just to save time from doing a full all out mod.... they still wiggled around and eventually move out of place while you're riding.

They just don't move...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-04-12, 01:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

The Cogs being lighter made no difference to me....

The Cogs being lighter made no difference to me. What made a difference from the stock cassette was that for me being on complete flat roads, I have more flexibility with the 6600's at...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-04-12, 01:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

In all honesty there is a very slight noticeable...

In all honesty there is a very slight noticeable difference. The hubs on the original Mavic cxp22 wheels were a Giant exclusive through Formula were exceptional where if you were to spin the wheel...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-11, 11:28 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,093
Posted By OblivionLord

Just to give everyone a different perspective of...

Just to give everyone a different perspective of hybrids, this is my main bike of which I avg anywhere from 19-21mph on flatroads when I train for an hour at 100 cadence. Racing is higher of course....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-18-11, 02:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

I actually thought those red dots were...

I actually thought those red dots were photoshoped until I looked at the rest of the bike LOL
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-17-11, 11:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

Sounds interesting, but it doesn't seem that...

Sounds interesting, but it doesn't seem that everyone in this thread is positioning their components as such before taking pics. Perhaps there is a different thread where people are doing this?

Ok...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-16-11, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

Better = Subjective When I do 50-60 miles...

Better = Subjective

When I do 50-60 miles in a day, it feels very comfortable to me and that's all that should matter.... does it not? Things could be a little different, but I like the way it is.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-16-11, 05:05 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,611
Posted By OblivionLord

http://inlinethumb49.webshots.com/46128/2085343420...

http://inlinethumb49.webshots.com/46128/2085343420044675130S600x600Q85.jpg (http://sports.webshots.com/photo/2085343420044675130RliIuH)

More Pics and Info here......
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-16-11, 05:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,809
Posted By OblivionLord

My Custom Giant Rapid 1 2010 Modded

http://inlinethumb25.webshots.com/46360/2836990880044675130S600x600Q85.jpg (http://sports.webshots.com/photo/2836990880044675130JROkBa)
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-11, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 959
Posted By OblivionLord

I was considering doing that since its not that...

I was considering doing that since its not that much of pad that really is overlapping, but in your experience, do you think that the amount of actual pad to surface area will be enough to slow me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-11, 11:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 959
Posted By OblivionLord

Here is an update to my situation. I...

Here is an update to my situation.

I ordered the BR-6700 brakes and finally received them. Unfortunately they lack 2mm of reach which is very sad since these are nicely built brakes which I could...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-11, 12:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 959
Posted By OblivionLord

Will BR-6700 fit my Giant Rapid 1 2010 frame?

Bike currently comes with BR-450 and was wondering if I can fit BR-6700 on this frame without a bolt extention even though these brakes are long reach vs the short reach Ultegras? My wheels are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-11, 11:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 652
Posted By OblivionLord

Will BR-6700 fit my Giant Rapid 1 2010 frame?

Bike currently comes with BR-450 and was wondering if I can fit BR-6700 on this frame even though this is long reach to short reach? My wheels are 700x23 so no problem there.

Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-10, 01:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 967
Posted By OblivionLord

I thought I would share an update to what I did...

I thought I would share an update to what I did to resolve my issue.

I didn't end up buying anything, I actually used the existing pads however I did some modifications. I took a razor and cut...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-10, 10:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 967
Posted By OblivionLord

I think I'll buy these things and glue them on to...

I think I'll buy these things and glue them on to the F19 armrests and cut circles around where the screws go in so i won't have to take them off just to unscrew the armrest for whatever reason.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-10, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 967
Posted By OblivionLord

F19 Aerobar padding replacement?

I looked at each category within the forum and I don't know if I'm in the right place when asking this question or not so if this is the wrong place to ask then please mention it. Thanks

Ok..

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-10, 09:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,246
Posted By OblivionLord

godshammgod...

godshammgod (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?156690-godshammgod)
The overall aspect of my bike is going to be different than an aggressive bike. As I made mention before... The TCR series was...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-10, 01:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,246
Posted By OblivionLord

I know it's late in the game to make mention of...

I know it's late in the game to make mention of this although I really didn't think it was necessary although the main question on this thread has lead us into a tangent about Candace and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 09:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,246
Posted By OblivionLord

I pace myself doing 80-90rpm on the road that I...

I pace myself doing 80-90rpm on the road that I ride on. The ride consist of 40miles in total up to a 2.5 hour duration. 20 minutes of it is a combined total for rests and stretches as well as a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 01:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,246
Posted By OblivionLord

botto...

botto (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?46529-botto)
You should ask for more questions about my bike and myself before judging.

I have a 32in inseam and i have 175mm crank length arms. I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 12:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,246
Posted By OblivionLord

I like the sound of swaping out the 50 for the...

I like the sound of swaping out the 50 for the 46. One issue that happens with my cassette is when I'm at 19 and try to go higher.. since its bending soo much, it doesn't seem to want to stay at the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-10, 10:39 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,246
Posted By OblivionLord

Question on gearing for flat land?

I have a 50/34 double crank with a 9 speed 12-25 cassette on my road bike. I mainly ride on flatland since it's flat in Florida and I use cogs 15-21 the most while on the 50 chainring. I try to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-10, 01:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 375
Posted By OblivionLord

OK now that's out of the way.. onto the question...

OK now that's out of the way.. onto the question about shifters. I was looking at these since I have a 9 speed drivetrain...
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-10, 11:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 375
Posted By OblivionLord

Question for TT handlebar and brakes as well as shifters for anyone

I'm quite interested in this TT bar...

http://www.treefortbikes.com/product/333222355167/601/Dimension-Flat-Top-TT-Cow.html

1. The first question that I have is that it says..
"Aero Bar/Cross...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-10, 10:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,777
Posted By OblivionLord

Actually according to what weightweenies has...

Actually according to what weightweenies has gathered comparing claimed to real weight....

http://weightweenies.starbike.com/listings/components.php?type=cranksets

Tiagra FC-4500 175 mm 39/52 =...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-27-10, 02:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,777
Posted By OblivionLord

How could the hollow Ultegra 6700 be stiffer than...

How could the hollow Ultegra 6700 be stiffer than the solid Tiagra if both are made out of the same Aluminum material?

The only way to be certain is if there was a controlled test done on both of...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-10, 10:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,777
Posted By OblivionLord

Yea something more up to date involving the...

Yea something more up to date involving the modern shimano lineup should be done.

My thought is that if the Tigra 4500 could flex under pressure even though they are solid aluminum then the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-10, 08:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By OblivionLord

bump

bump
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-10, 09:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By OblivionLord

bump

bump
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-10, 08:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By OblivionLord

Hutchinson Fusion 3 sidewalll tearing?

I know these tires haven't been out for as long as the Fusion 2's, but I was wondering if there has been anyone in these forums that experienced any sidewall tears on these the newer Fusion 3's? I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-10, 06:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,777
Posted By OblivionLord

Are there other sites? Velonews doesn't have much...

Are there other sites? Velonews doesn't have much of anything honestly.

Strictly speaking with Tiagra grade level vs higherend level... Tiagra is not Hallow arms but is just compat with an...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-10, 07:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,777
Posted By OblivionLord

Crankset stiffness test sites?

I'm trying to find a site that has done some stiffness tests using 2010 Tiagra quality vs higherend cranksets. The type of tests that are controlled by a machine, not a human.

I've spoken to some...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-10, 09:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 645
Posted By OblivionLord

I think weight on a wheel has a significant...

I think weight on a wheel has a significant impact on acceleration if the vast majority of it is centered at the hub instead on the outside at the rim. I'm sure the cxp22's I have are as basic of a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-10, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 645
Posted By OblivionLord

Are you sure they are the same even though they...

Are you sure they are the same even though they don't weigh the same nor have the same spoke layout?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-10, 01:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 645
Posted By OblivionLord

From CXP22 to Dura Ace 7850?

Question #1
I have been doing some investigations on the 7850 CL's however there is a website called Chainreactioncycles.com that sells a pair of "7850 CL" yet I can't seem to find these wheels on...
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