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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-15, 05:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,562
Posted By trdsupragt

I would try to put a dab of carbon paste in each...

I would try to put a dab of carbon paste in each end. If that fails, if your housing is 4mm housing, try using the plastic housing from jagwire. Yes, it's plastic, but it could have a little more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-15, 02:39 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 22,301
Posted By trdsupragt

Shops not accepting custom builds with used parts...

Shops not accepting custom builds with used parts are for a good reason. At my shop, we absolutely HATE HATE HATE it when we work on something halfway through, and find out that something doesn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-15, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 777
Posted By trdsupragt

I think brake cable pull ratio is still pretty...

I think brake cable pull ratio is still pretty much the same.

As far as shift though, definitely different. And I think even if he wanted to change the rear the 11, and leave the front as is, it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-15, 01:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,770
Posted By trdsupragt

I was having a very similar problem with my 2015...

I was having a very similar problem with my 2015 Cannondale Synapse 3 Ultegra. When I received it and assembled it, I right away started noticing that I had a lot of difficulty shifting the FD. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-15, 12:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 964
Posted By trdsupragt

Yeah, Front/Rear derailleurs could be off, and...

Yeah, Front/Rear derailleurs could be off, and possibly even the derailleur hanger may need realigning.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-15, 12:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,955
Posted By trdsupragt

In my shop, we use bolt cutters as well. We cut...

In my shop, we use bolt cutters as well. We cut them where the two spokes intersect to make the process twice as quick. However, this will only work if the bolt cutters are in good shape.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-15, 01:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,035
Posted By trdsupragt

REI mechanic here. The basic bike maintenance...

REI mechanic here. The basic bike maintenance classes are essentially there to show you how to keep your bike in check in between tuneups. So we'll cover topics like:

basic cleaning
lubrication...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-12, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 808
Posted By trdsupragt

Thanks guys! I've gone ahead and ordered a set of...

Thanks guys! I've gone ahead and ordered a set of Large to see how they fair for me. I'm guessing I would have the fit of my shorts, without the problem of riding down, being that they're bibs.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-12, 05:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 808
Posted By trdsupragt

Bib shorts fit (PI)

So I've just recently decided to try moving onto bib shorts from regular shorts. I've been using Pearl Izumi Quests in Large, and they work well most of the time, apart from the fact that they will...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-12, 02:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 976
Posted By trdsupragt

Oh we got one of these guys in this thread. ...

Oh we got one of these guys in this thread. Seems like they always have the need to crop dust everything out of their arseholes and hope a seed grows somewhere.

Too bad for you, I don't have a...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-12, 01:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 976
Posted By trdsupragt

t shirts (jersey style) for commuting

Hey all,

I was wondering if anyone knew if any t shirts that have a longer tail, like cycling jerseys. Or perhaps some fitted t shirts that have more length at the bottom. I just don't want to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-11, 01:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,220
Posted By trdsupragt

It's mostly to shave off some weight, but if the...

It's mostly to shave off some weight, but if the consensus is that it's not worth looking into unless it's damaged, then I'll keep it.

At the same time, it's also for a bit of vanity, as I wanted...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-11, 03:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,220
Posted By trdsupragt

Threaded Carbon forks - Worth looking into?

I've recently started looking into upgrading my CrMo fork to a carbon fork on my Trek 1000. However, I'm wondering if it's an upgrade worth looking into, and if there's anything that I'd need to...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-09-11, 04:54 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

lol I'm always pedaling when going downhill....

lol I'm always pedaling when going downhill. Except when cornering, because that gets a bit scary at high speeds. When it comes to group riding though, all my buddies are usually a quarter mile away...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-11, 01:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

I forgot to mention that I also changed out the...

I forgot to mention that I also changed out the wheels to take as much as a 9 speed cassette. So I've now got a 9 speed freehub that's been spaced for my 7 speed cassette. It's a Mavic Ksyrium set.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-11, 01:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

[ I've actually upgraded parts the...

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I've actually upgraded parts the drivetrain to Shimano RSX STI's with a shimano rear cassette already. So really, the only Suntour Edge that I have now are the crankarms and the front...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-11, 02:45 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Well i installed the new chainring, and have no...

Well i installed the new chainring, and have no problems with the installation. I do find myself on the outer ring more often now though, as I still can't stand chainrub. But in any case, while it...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-11, 09:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

I was wondering when one of these guys would pop...

I was wondering when one of these guys would pop up in the 6 months that I've been on this forum.

In any case, thanks for all your help guys. I've gone ahead and ordered that Ultegra chainring ...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

BTW, what does it mean when they list A or B?

BTW, what does it mean when they list A or B?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 03:06 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Seriously! I don't even have a couch to search! ...

Seriously! I don't even have a couch to search!

On the other hand....
http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/2663204520.html

Maybe I shouldn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 03:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

lol Yeah I saw that. I don't have the money to...

lol Yeah I saw that. I don't have the money to drop on a crankset right now though, and I'd still have to buy a new bottom bracket, then either buy tools or take the bike to a shop to have the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 02:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Running a quick digital caliper measurement and...

Running a quick digital caliper measurement and using Sheldon Brown's suggestions, it looks like I have a 130BCD. So perhaps I'm in luck? =D
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 02:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Yeah I don't want to spend money on a compact...

Yeah I don't want to spend money on a compact only to find out that it might not be right for me. So I figure I throw in a smaller chainring first.

Any opinions on this one?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 01:34 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

For my current cogset, I've got a Shimano 11-28....

For my current cogset, I've got a Shimano 11-28. And for the crankset, I think it might have been changed by the previous owner before. But the crankarms are Suntour Edge, and the rings appear to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-11, 10:54 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Would I notice any ease in climbing from a 42 to...

Would I notice any ease in climbing from a 42 to a 39?

Also, what's the best way to check for BCD? I read up on Sheldon Brown's method with a ruler, but I'd have to remove my crank first.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-11, 01:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Sorry, I'm not quite sure what you mean.

Sorry, I'm not quite sure what you mean.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-11, 01:11 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Anyone know if this 110mm will fit? ...

Anyone know if this 110mm will fit?

http://www.cycleclubsports.com/p-21276-fsa-vero-compact-1725mm-3450-jis-crankset-black.aspx
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-11, 06:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Yeah I'm starting to lean towards a compact as...

Yeah I'm starting to lean towards a compact as well. The bike is also a partial commuter for me, since it's the only bike that I have at the moment.

My other concern now is whether I'll run into...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-11, 03:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,090
Posted By trdsupragt

Looking into new crankset (Standard or compact?)

I've currently got a rather old crankset on my bike, which has a 52/42 crankset, and a 7 speed rear. I forgot what the range is, as I had the LBS just put on a 7 speed cassette for me, and never...
Forum: Commuting
09-29-11, 09:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,521
Posted By trdsupragt

regular dickies are nice. not the ones with...

regular dickies are nice. not the ones with doubled knees, but just the regular work pants. they can be stiff early on, but give it a wash with some softener and it'll feel just fine. you can roll...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-11, 05:49 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,205
Posted By trdsupragt

At first, I was like.. What the hell are you...

At first, I was like.. What the hell are you talking about?? Then I saw you were Aussie lol.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-11, 01:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 940
Posted By trdsupragt

Sorry if this is off topic, but zmensing, can you...

Sorry if this is off topic, but zmensing, can you post a picture of your stem adapter on your bike and how it looks lowered all the way? I just picked up a Dimension stem adapter and it doesn't seat...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-11, 04:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By trdsupragt

I agree that the adjustments I made had my knee...

I agree that the adjustments I made had my knee telling me it wasn't working out for me.

I already know not to get back on until the aching has subsided for a few days as well. I've been...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-16-11, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By trdsupragt

knee pain

I went on a group ride last night and towards the end of the 20 miler run, I felt my left knee starting ache a little. Now this morning, when I got out of bed, I nearly collapsed because my knee was...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-11, 12:59 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 32,510
Posted By trdsupragt

218756 Taken back in the beginning of...

218756

Taken back in the beginning of August. The bike has gone through quite a few changes since, but I thought I'd share anyway. Riding to the Golden Gate and across has always been on my...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-11, 09:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,123
Posted By trdsupragt

The topeak is a good pump, but I've had a few...

The topeak is a good pump, but I've had a few instances where the end will grab onto the tube valve too well, and when trying to pull it off, I would end up yanking the entire valve off and ripping a...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-11, 06:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,160
Posted By trdsupragt

I use a RAM iphone mount on mine. It's secure as...

I use a RAM iphone mount on mine. It's secure as hell and has taken every crack, bump, steel plate, and pothole that I couldn't avoid. But recently, I've stopped using the iphone for tracking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-11, 11:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

Well I figured out a way to get it to work. I...

Well I figured out a way to get it to work. I set the chain to the largest chainring, and pulled the FD out (and used something to space it out and keep it at that position) so it would clear the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-11, 12:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

Well guys, as we anticipated, the Shimano STI...

Well guys, as we anticipated, the Shimano STI lever doesn't like the Suntour FD. The changing from the small chainring to the large chainring is a bit of a problem because it only goes halfway. And...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-11, 11:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,065
Posted By trdsupragt

Sounds about right then. I'm sure a few pop up...

Sounds about right then. I'm sure a few pop up every once in a while on the bay.

Since I've got a 7 speed drive train, but my current crankset is a 52/42, would I still be okay using my current...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-11, 09:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,065
Posted By trdsupragt

Am I correct in believing that I only need to...

Am I correct in believing that I only need to follow what is noted in that document? For a double, which is what I'm looking at, I just need a bottom bracket of these dimensions?

double
Spindle...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-11, 03:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,065
Posted By trdsupragt

How to choose bottom bracket?

I'm in the process of updating my front drivetrain, and in the event my FD doesn't agree with my current crankset, I'm considering upgrading to an Ultegra 6500 crankset that my friend will sell to me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-11, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

fancy looking bikes you got there.. i'm a bit...

fancy looking bikes you got there.. i'm a bit jealous lol.

would a shimano 105 be okay in case i get a new FD? Or would it be best that I try to stick with an RSX FD?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-11, 11:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

Yeah I already read up on dropout spacing, and...

Yeah I already read up on dropout spacing, and I've already got the 130mm freehub on there with a 8/9/10 speed spacer.

I guess I didn't consider the idea of having another bike in my space at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-11, 11:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

Well it seemed like a good idea at the time,...

Well it seemed like a good idea at the time, since I got them cheap lol. I have a 7 speed and when I saw the RSX shifters, I thought I'd go for them, and keep the bike a 7 speed. I previously had a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-11, 09:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

So in the event the shifter doesn't like the...

So in the event the shifter doesn't like the derailleur, would it be the derailleur itself that I'll have to look into changing, or the entire crankset itself?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-11, 08:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,253
Posted By trdsupragt

Shimano RSX shifter with Suntour FD

So I'm in the process of converting my bike to older STI shifters on my Suntour Edge equipped bike. I'm going to be installing the left RSX brifter soon and was wondering if I'd be running to any...
Forum: Commuting
09-03-11, 12:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,500
Posted By trdsupragt

dead deal?

dead deal?
Forum: Commuting
08-28-11, 03:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,946
Posted By trdsupragt

Yeah I'm going forgo the Shimanos. At the...

Yeah I'm going forgo the Shimanos.

At the same time, I happened to find some Mavic Ksyrium Equipe's for $180. Any thoughts on those?
Forum: Commuting
08-28-11, 01:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 664
Posted By trdsupragt

The Jansport Boost is a nicely sized backpack. ...

The Jansport Boost is a nicely sized backpack. It's larger than your everyday school backpack, but not as large as one of those hiking daypacks. I have one myself and it's pretty good for my...
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