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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-18-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,448
Posted By Christiaan

The bikes are built in Taiwan using the same...

The bikes are built in Taiwan using the same builders as some large bike company (I'm guessing Giant).

Here's the warranty for his current lineup:
"10 YEAR WARRANTY

We only sell titanium and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-18-15, 07:25 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,453
Posted By Christiaan

GOSFORTH | Steel Road Bike Frames...

GOSFORTH | Steel Road Bike Frames (http://gosforth.cc/)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-18-15, 06:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,448
Posted By Christiaan

Group Buy: belt-drive-ready stainless steel frameset

Recently I chatted with Danny of GOSFORTH | Steel Road Bike Frames (http://gosforth.cc) about building a stainless bike ready for belt drive. The idea being to create, what for me would be, the...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 04:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

Yeah they're super easy to get on and off.

Yeah they're super easy to get on and off.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-15, 02:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

The problem with all the suggestions to wear...

The problem with all the suggestions to wear waterproof shoes is that cycling is pretty much my only mode of transport. I go *everywhere* on my bike. Whether it's to work, down to the shop or out for...
Forum: Commuting
12-13-15, 02:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

While they're Gore Bikewear branded, but they're...

While they're Gore Bikewear branded, but they're not actually Goretex. They're just polyester and elastane, like most of em.
Forum: Commuting
12-03-15, 04:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,729
Posted By Christiaan

No grease is a major advantage for people like me...

No grease is a major advantage for people like me who bike everywhere in their normal clothes.
Forum: Commuting
11-06-15, 05:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

Haven't tried them but looking at them online:...

Haven't tried them but looking at them online: not high enough coverage, and hard to get on and off. Either way they didn't appear to be any cheaper than the above ones I linked to.
Forum: Commuting
11-06-15, 06:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

I've found a genre of overshoe that's just the...

I've found a genre of overshoe that's just the ticket. These are all full cover up to the knee, including a complete sole on the bottom.

Feetz Pocket Wellies - Large 8-10 - BLACK: Amazon.co.uk:...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-15, 08:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

Waterproof overshoes all year round

Lol, you must have been writing your response when I was editing my post.

"P.S. not after any advice that tells me to leave my shoes at work, or something similar."

It's not just for commuting...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-15, 08:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,770
Posted By Christiaan

Waterproof overshoes all year round

Edit: changed title to "Waterproof overshoes all year round"

I'm looking for very waterproof overshoes to wear over normal everyday shoes.

They don't need to be warm.
They don't need to be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-06-15, 02:35 PM
Replies: 746
Views: 492,828
Posted By Christiaan

I'm thinking of getting a Steamroller. Couple of...

I'm thinking of getting a Steamroller. Couple of questions:

1. Does anyone know if the seat stay tube is 16 mm in diameter? I have a seat stay splitter (for converting to belt drive) and it's 16...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-11-15, 09:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 921
Posted By Christiaan

Where to get Fixie Inc coupling?

Does anyone know where I can buy one of these a Fixie Inc couplings?
http://www.framebuilding.com/acrobat%20files/Belt%20Drive%20Coupler.pdf
Forum: Winter Cycling
07-25-12, 05:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,125
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks for the Ventile tip. That's great. Like...

Thanks for the Ventile tip. That's great. Like the way a cotton tent works funnily enough. The Paramo looks interesting too, ta.
Forum: Winter Cycling
07-16-12, 03:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,125
Posted By Christiaan

This isn't too bad, although it may be a bit...

This isn't too bad, although it may be a bit short at the back:
http://www.barbour.com/mens-clothing/jackets-coats/international/short-scrambler-jacket

Has a handy placed pocket for keys though.
Forum: Winter Cycling
07-16-12, 03:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,125
Posted By Christiaan

Yes, for winter (although what is this season...

Yes, for winter (although what is this season we're having at the moment!!)

Part of the reason is aesthetic, I don't like going around looking like a hi-tech tent (especially given that I'm a...
Forum: Winter Cycling
07-14-12, 04:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,125
Posted By Christiaan

Waterproof cycling clothing made from natural materials?

Hi, I've been looking all over for waterproof cycling clothing made from natural materials. For instance I've been looking for oilskin/wax jackets and over trousers designed for cyclists but haven't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-20-11, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

Went with these: ...

Went with these:
http://surlybikes.com/parts/stainless_steel_chainrings
http://www.brevm.com/parts/cranks/crank-arms
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-11, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks. Do you think 48T would be too much?

Thanks.

Do you think 48T would be too much?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-11, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

Do you think these might do the trick? ...

Do you think these might do the trick?

Brev.M Fixie Crankarm
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/brevm/fixie-crankarm-ec026213
It says "Square taper / JIS bottom bracket interface 103mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-11, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

Okay, thanks again, appreciated.

Okay, thanks again, appreciated.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-11, 12:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

I see, thanks. If I had to get a new BB it would...

I see, thanks. If I had to get a new BB it would be a costly mistake on this little project (I had it professionally fitted too). Would I be asking for trouble if I re-used this crankset (given that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-11, 12:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks guys. The rings are knackered....

Thanks guys.



The rings are knackered. I have a new chain and rear cassette too so really need new rings as well right? I could conceivably reuse the cranks but I can't see how to separate em...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-11, 01:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,688
Posted By Christiaan

What crankset measurements do I need to look for?

I'm fixing up an old Marin Larkspur. I need a single chainring because I'm getting rid of the front gears, so I only have 7 gears.

My rear cassette = Shimano HG30 7 Speed
And my chain = SRAM...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-11, 06:34 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Hi all, a little update, I'm going to get the...

Hi all, a little update, I'm going to get the frame reamed out to 30.2 mm. Any suggestions on the best place to get this done in north east london? I tried Finsbury Park Bike Shop but they suggested...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-11, 12:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Actually that link you posted suggests they're...

Actually that link you posted suggests they're probably listing the inside diameter.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-11, 12:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

I'm a bit confused. These are called 1"...

I'm a bit confused.

These are called 1" steerers, but they're 22.2 mm (which is not an inch):...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-11, 01:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Okay, thanks. Think I'm definitely going to go...

Okay, thanks. Think I'm definitely going to go for reaming the frame.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-11, 12:03 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Fork crown diameter is 27.03 mm (didn't realise...

Fork crown diameter is 27.03 mm (didn't realise the crown race can come off at first so didn't understand).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

So you disagree FBinNY that's it's a JIS? Or am I...

So you disagree FBinNY that's it's a JIS? Or am I missing something.


Could be going down that route at this rate.


Thanks, will try them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-11, 03:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks, but the steerer has been cut short.

Thanks, but the steerer has been cut short.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-11, 11:30 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

So I got some dial calipers and it measures off...

So I got some dial calipers and it measures off between 29.6 to 29.90 mm. So I guess that confirms 1" ISO.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-11, 03:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks again. Much appreciated.

Thanks again. Much appreciated.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-11, 02:50 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Okay, well given that the head tube is 150 mm...

Okay, well given that the head tube is 150 mm that wouldn't work. And yeah I noticed no canti brake bosses but thought maybe I'd just use caliper brakes (but in hindsight, nah).

So, basically, in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-11, 02:35 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Would this do the trick? ...

Would this do the trick?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1-threaded-road-forks-retro-vintage-fixie-/270722592808

"1" threaded roar forks for a 700c wheel,200mm steerer with 40mm of thread"

And would I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-11, 01:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

The cups are long gone. I'm pretty sure it's 30...

The cups are long gone. I'm pretty sure it's 30 mm but it's very difficult to tell because the inner edge of the head tube at each end has a slight chamfer. Any tricks for measuring more accurately?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-11, 03:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks for all the good advice guys. The...

Thanks for all the good advice guys.

The (4130) frame may look a bit worse for wear but nothing a good shot blasting won't fix. I'm doing this for fun, to keep a bike out of the tip and to learn....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 02:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks again. I take it this means my current...

Thanks again. I take it this means my current forks are unusable?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 12:49 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks FB, I think you might have got in before I...

Thanks FB, I think you might have got in before I edited my post. I've added a photo and an explanation of why I'm replacing them (they had to be cut). Check out the second photo. What do you think?...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 12:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,751
Posted By Christiaan

Where to start with new forks and headset

I'm working on my first rebuild (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/710397-Advice-on-rebuilding-a-bicycle) (a 1999 Marin Larkspur) and need to get new forks, headset and stem.

I don't know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 06:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,170
Posted By Christiaan

They cut the top of the forks too unfortunately....

They cut the top of the forks too unfortunately. Wish they'd advised me of this, although perhaps they couldn't avoid it?

http://img813.imageshack.us/img813/2632/forkscutin.jpg
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 05:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 737
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks Jim, much appreciated.

Thanks Jim, much appreciated.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-11, 11:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 737
Posted By Christiaan

Bottom bracket shell thread and replacing a UN72

After having my bottom bracket removed I've noticed the thread is full of rust and perhaps a bit worn. When I get the frame powder coated will their preparation process of baking it and shot blasting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-11, 08:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,690
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks for the advice guys. I asked Duncan at...

Thanks for the advice guys. I asked Duncan at Armourtex and he basically said none of the fillers on the market stand up to the preparation process (of heat and blasting). He recommended having it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-11, 08:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,170
Posted By Christiaan

So I ended up taking it to the pros to get the...

So I ended up taking it to the pros to get the bottom bracket off and, because I didn't have a big enough wrench, the forks/stem too. Turned out it the forks/stem was the real problem. They had to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-11, 03:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 23,690
Posted By Christiaan

Best filler to use when fixing a dent ready for powder-coating?

I have a 4130 frame with a rounded dent about a centimetre in diameter. I've been advised by a frame builder that it's a filler job.

I also want to get the frame powder coated by Armourtex, which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-11, 10:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,170
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks again guys, and thanks canam73 I...

Thanks again guys, and thanks canam73 I definitely need to replace the chainset so I'll look for a 3/32" chainring.

The only problem I've had so far is taking the bottom bracket it off. I've...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-11, 03:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,170
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks for the good advice guys. I've since...

Thanks for the good advice guys. I've since worked out that it's an old 1999 Larkspur with a chromoly frame:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-11, 10:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,170
Posted By Christiaan

Thanks FBinNY, I've already bought new. I want to...

Thanks FBinNY, I've already bought new. I want to rebuild it because I want to learn how to do it and because I don't want to throw it away (want to use it as spare bike).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-11, 10:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,170
Posted By Christiaan

Advice on rebuilding a chromoly 1999 Marin Larkspur

Hi, I'd like to rebuild a rundown old Marin Larkspur. I'll be replacing everything and having the frame repaired and resprayed. I have pretty much zero knowledge on how to do this.

Where should I...
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