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Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-03, 09:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 557
Posted By BikeEngine

The Cobra looks fine - it attaches to the wheel,...

The Cobra looks fine - it attaches to the wheel, so it doesn't clamp to the frame tubes.

I don't think fork mounts are bad. Think about the stresses that a fork undergoes while you are...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-03, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 412
Posted By BikeEngine

Use a bar of soap to lube the cleats. Just rub...

Use a bar of soap to lube the cleats. Just rub it on the edges of the cleat.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-03, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 557
Posted By BikeEngine

Save yourself ALOT of trouble - Use either a fork...

Save yourself ALOT of trouble - Use either a fork mount, or a mount that attaches to the crankarm (a' la Yakima Anklebiter). I would never use a rack that clamps to any of the aluminum tubing. It...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-03, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By BikeEngine

On a multi-day ride, yes, the massage helps. ...

On a multi-day ride, yes, the massage helps. Also, after you get off the bike - eat like crazy!

I remember my first MS ride, years ago. Saturday, after getting off the bike, I went to my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-03, 05:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 797
Posted By BikeEngine

Hi, Last year, my cannondale 3.0 frame...

Hi,

Last year, my cannondale 3.0 frame packed it in. I bought the bike in 1989, and put over 27,000 miles on it. It broke where the seat tube clamped around the seat post. This was a weak...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-02, 11:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,417
Posted By BikeEngine

To get back to the original question in this...

To get back to the original question in this thread:

I have ridden cannondales for 13 years. Most of that time was on a single 3.0 frame. I raced that bike successfully for years. I found it...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-02, 11:11 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,383
Posted By BikeEngine

Dude! If I understand your postings, you...

Dude!

If I understand your postings, you mainly want STI? Just buy a set of 105 shift levers that can handle 8 speed, and slap 'em on! 7 speed and 8 speed have the same shift spacing, so it'll...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-02, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 509
Posted By BikeEngine

Yes, in the 1980s, TT bikes were built with...

Yes, in the 1980s, TT bikes were built with smaller front wheels. These were known as "funny bikes". I have a Nishiki TT bike with a 700C rear, and a 20" front. The idea is to allow you to get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-02, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By BikeEngine

I appreciate the replies so far. The solutions I...

I appreciate the replies so far. The solutions I have seen so far would cost about $60 to implement. It seems to me that there should be a relatively inexpensive ($10-$20) hardware solution. It...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-02, 03:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 445
Posted By BikeEngine

Cable quick-connects?

Guys,

I need some quick connects for shifter cables. The only ones I have seen are about $40 a pair. Since I want to be able to change handlebar setups quickly, I would need 2 sets ($80!).
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-02, 01:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By BikeEngine

Hi, You need to have your bike fit done by...

Hi,

You need to have your bike fit done by a professional. It only costs about $30, and is the best money you can spend on your cycling.

Also, get yourself to a chiropractor. The symptoms...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-02, 10:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,439
Posted By BikeEngine

2002 CAAD5 BB size?

Hi,

Does anyone know the correct size for a cannondale CAAD5 bottom bracket?

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-02, 07:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By BikeEngine

So... _what_ do you call the "front...

So... _what_ do you call the "front drop-out"?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-02, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By BikeEngine

RainmanP, Yeah, that's pretty much what I...

RainmanP,

Yeah, that's pretty much what I was thinking. Just thought I would run it by some other folks.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-02, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By BikeEngine

Repairing Fork Drop-out?

Hi,

I have a cannondale carbon-fiber fork, with alloy dropouts. One of the drop-outs is squished (bent) closed, so that the axle won't fit into the fork anymore. I am wary of simply bending it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-02, 09:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By BikeEngine

Cleaning Components

Guys,

I am building a frame using some older components. While everything is torn apart, I would like to clean it all up.

Some of the components (esp. the crank) are dirty, kinda "stained"...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-14-02, 10:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 8,380
Posted By BikeEngine

Sizing cannondale tandem?

I am considering buying a cannondale tandem frame. It has the lowered top tube (to increase standover clearance). The seattube(s) measures 19". How can I compare this to the 54cm frame I usually...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-02, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 960
Posted By BikeEngine

Aero Wheels?

OK, I have a lightweight set of racing wheels, but I am interested in the best (cost-effective) aero wheels.

My racing weight varies from 170-190lbs, and I do a 40k TT in ~1hour.

I MUCH...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-02, 11:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 438
Posted By BikeEngine

TT vs Tri-bike

Questions for you geometry and positioning specialists:

On a road bike, the relatively slack seattube angle (~72 degrees) helps you to use both the quadriceps and the hamstrings (and gluteals)...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-02, 05:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By BikeEngine

I checked - I couldn't find a screw or bolt...

I checked - I couldn't find a screw or bolt ANYWHERE to tighten. And, according to the instructions (yeah, I actually read 'em), the twist knob on the back does adjust the release tension. It seems...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-02, 03:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,924
Posted By BikeEngine

VegasCyclist, Maybe I was a little harsh...

VegasCyclist,

Maybe I was a little harsh in my response. Sorry.

You have a point regarding racing background and intent.

FWIW, I've been racing for 6-7 years, I do 3-4 duathlons a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-02, 02:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,924
Posted By BikeEngine

MichealW, Thanks, that's the type of info...

MichealW,

Thanks, that's the type of info I am looking for! Your points reflect what I was thinking to myself. Not that I was specifically looking for someone to agree with me...

The...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-02, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,924
Posted By BikeEngine

VegasCyclist, I'm sorry, but that makes no...

VegasCyclist,

I'm sorry, but that makes no sense at all! You didn't provide any info, but you implied that if I am considering 700c, I must not be a "serious cyclist".

That's like saying...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-02, 11:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,924
Posted By BikeEngine

700c vs 650c?

Guys,

I am in the market for a new TT / Tri-bike. I have narrowed the choices to the cannondale MultiSport or the QR Tequilo.

Both bikes are available w/ 700c or 650c wheels.

I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-02, 03:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By BikeEngine

Tightening Look Pedals?

Guys,

I just replaced my old Look pedals with new ones. The new ones have adjustable release, via a knob on th back that you twist.

The right one tightens up pretty well, but I can't...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-02, 04:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,494
Posted By BikeEngine

Keeping chain clean?

Guys,

What products do you use to keep your chain lubed, but clean and dry?

I've tried a few things, but am not happy...
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