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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-05, 12:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 469
Posted By 144 BCD

Dish tools? Which one should I get?

Is there any reason to pay the extra money for the WAG-4 over the WAG-3 dish tool from Park?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-07-05, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 574
Posted By 144 BCD

Velocity Rear hub (brand new) Should I grease/service or not?

I got a new Spartacus wheelset for a good price. I like how they look but I heard their freehubs had trouble in the past. Should I do any preventative greasing/servicing or will this not help?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-05, 09:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,426
Posted By 144 BCD

I just bought them. Do you guys know where...

I just bought them. Do you guys know where Velocity gets their hubs?

I've heard they used to have problems with the freehub? Should I do any preventive greasing/servicing before I use them?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-05, 03:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 719
Posted By 144 BCD

I finally have it all wired up. I even inputed...

I finally have it all wired up. I even inputed the circumference of the wheel.

Only problem is I can't get it to register cadence, mph, distance, nothing. I'm sure the computer is on too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-05, 05:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 719
Posted By 144 BCD

clean wire routing on astrale 8?

So I'm trying to figure out the best way to route my cables. So far I've got my wire wrapped aroud the right shifter cable, but I want to say the picture indicates the left/front brake cable may be...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-05, 05:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,426
Posted By 144 BCD

Velocity Spartacus wheelset opinions?

I want to get the 20/24 spoke. Are these wheels any good?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-05, 08:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 611
Posted By 144 BCD

Actually I think these SEs might be more of a...

Actually I think these SEs might be more of a pain than the regular Fortezzas due to the beefed up construction rated for higher psi (160)?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-15-05, 01:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 611
Posted By 144 BCD

Is it just me, but are Vredestein Fortezza SEs hard as hell to mount?

It's a folding tire, but I'm having a hard time getting the lips to stay underneath the clincher lips. Anybody know any tricks to mounting these?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-05, 01:34 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,624
Posted By 144 BCD

People that need their bike to be 50-100 grams...

People that need their bike to be 50-100 grams less will buy dura-ace. People that like "dura ace" on their parts will buy dura ace.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-05, 01:16 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,624
Posted By 144 BCD

But think about it? How much is durace 10 better...

But think about it? How much is durace 10 better than ultegra 10?

105 10 has another year to be perfected that those didn't.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-05, 01:00 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,624
Posted By 144 BCD

Well if you think about it, it makes sense...

Well if you think about it, it makes sense because Dura-ACE 10s has been around for a few years and any weakness would have plenty of time to be corrected.

So what if it's a little bit heavier?...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-05, 12:06 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,624
Posted By 144 BCD

Shimano 5600 group, "This doesn't look good for Campagnolo"

That's what my mechanic said after he perused the new 5600 group from Shimano. Supposedly it is near dura ace quality, but much less expensive.

Who has seen one in person?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-05, 03:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,640
Posted By 144 BCD

Durabilty? Comfort? The manganese and Ti...

Durabilty? Comfort?

The manganese and Ti rail I could care less about. I ride a FG normally.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-07-05, 02:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,640
Posted By 144 BCD

The sport saddle is much cheaper so besides the...

The sport saddle is much cheaper so besides the fact it may be heavier any reason not to get it?

Can anybody else recommend a decent saddle for under $50?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-03-05, 07:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 389
Posted By 144 BCD

How much time is involved with doing this? ...

How much time is involved with doing this?

Will a wireless be significantly easier to set up than a cat eye astrale 8? The astrale 8 is really cheap now otherwise I'd stay away from the extra...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-05, 12:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,934
Posted By 144 BCD

Cateye Astrale 8 computer vs wireless?

I almost want to buy a wireless just because the wiring and set-up of something like a cateye astrale 8 seems like a PIA.

How easy is the set-up for a wired computer?

How much easier for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-05, 06:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 308
Posted By 144 BCD

Does the shim normally come with the stem? ...

Does the shim normally come with the stem?

Or should I really search for a 1" stem?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-05, 11:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,374
Posted By 144 BCD

Wheelset for a 320lb rider?

I'm trying to get my brother to ride with me, but he is extemely heavy (although 6'5" so he's not hopeless).

Is there any wheelset out there that will let him use a roadbike or will he have to use...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-05, 08:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 497
Posted By 144 BCD

I think Nashbar has the Barbieri mini-pump. ...

I think Nashbar has the Barbieri mini-pump.

Has anyone used this one?

http://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?category=106&subcategory=1076&brand=&sku=11153&storetype=&estoreid=&pagename=

or...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-05, 07:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 497
Posted By 144 BCD

frame pump?

http://www.nashbar.com/profile.cfm?sku=11578

Is this one any good? I seem to recall this name associated with goodness, but I'm sure if it's the model everyone talks about.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-05, 11:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By 144 BCD

So I assume a matched 53/39 pair from a double...

So I assume a matched 53/39 pair from a double would be the next most effective choice.

My granny to 39T upshift could be slow without the inner pins on the middle ring, but we are only talking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-05, 11:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 694
Posted By 144 BCD

Thanks. Nashbar also sells them for like $2 I...

Thanks. Nashbar also sells them for like $2 I found out.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-05, 11:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By 144 BCD

So is there a trick to getting shimano 105...

So is there a trick to getting shimano 105 chainring bolts loose. I swear they feel welded?

To loosen, counter clockise on drive side face right?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-05, 01:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 694
Posted By 144 BCD

What's that cable guide underneath the BB shell called?

Where can I get one of these?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-05, 09:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By 144 BCD

Would a dura ace 39T middle have ramps and pins...

Would a dura ace 39T middle have ramps and pins that line up with a 53T double chainring?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-05, 05:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 527
Posted By 144 BCD

derailleur/brake cables and housing?

Any reason I should choose the Dura Ace cable/housing sets?

Any stuff I should avoid? Or can I use pretty much anything out there.

I'm not really that knowledgeable about multi-geared bikes,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-05, 03:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By 144 BCD

Double chainrings on a triple

How will using a 39T middle from a double on a triple affect the shifting back and forth between the granny ring?

I have a dura ace 9s FD.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-05, 05:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 564
Posted By 144 BCD

Are we talking about that raised lip just above...

Are we talking about that raised lip just above the unicrown on the steerer itself?

I did some searching and it looks like two different types: ISO (27.0) and JSO (26.4)

It's a kinesis carbon 3...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-05, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 564
Posted By 144 BCD

Thanks. That looks like a great deal. Now How do...

Thanks. That looks like a great deal. Now How do I figure out what the races are? (I see they have 27.0 and 26.4).

Where is this measured? On the fork or the frame?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-05, 02:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 564
Posted By 144 BCD

I know nothing about threadless headsets. What's...

I know nothing about threadless headsets. What's a decent brand to get. Obviously Chris King will be mentioned, but this is a modest build-up with 9 speed 105 components. I only paid $100 for the NOS...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-05, 12:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,336
Posted By 144 BCD

Was 105 the original equipment for it?

Was 105 the original equipment for it?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-05, 08:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,336
Posted By 144 BCD

Anybody hear anything bad anout "kinesis" forks...

Anybody hear anything bad anout "kinesis" forks or this particular frameset. Don't hold back.

I know it's not a popular brand.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-05, 06:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,336
Posted By 144 BCD

2000 Raleigh R600?

I know this is a very ho-hum bike. But does anybody know anything about it? I just bought a NOS frame set off ebay with a "kinesis" fork.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-05, 10:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 538
Posted By 144 BCD

I just read a thread about a guy who had a bad...

I just read a thread about a guy who had a bad sales interaction with another member and what does he do?
He starts a thread in order to "pressure" the other guy. Why do I have to read about the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-05, 03:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 687
Posted By 144 BCD

For some reason I cannot get my Ultegra 9 front...

For some reason I cannot get my Ultegra 9 front derailleur dialed in. I've read Sheldon Brown's derailleur adjustment instructions, but can't get just right.

My problem is the shift to the big...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-05, 05:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 264
Posted By 144 BCD

Buying a new road bike, when will 10s 105 come out and will anybody here ride it?

What differences do you think there will be between 105 10s group and Ultegra 10s group?

I wonder what the price difference will be?

I rode 10s Ultegra already and it seemed pretty nice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-05, 04:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 340
Posted By 144 BCD

That little top plate that says ultegra "flight...

That little top plate that says ultegra "flight deck" right above the hoods is loose and kind of hanging on.

Can I get another one?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-05, 04:50 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,049
Posted By 144 BCD

They seem to get pretty bitter sometimes if the...

They seem to get pretty bitter sometimes if the part didn't come from them. One time I couldn't find my chain tool so I asked LBS if they would do it.

They asked me where I got the chain from....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-09-05, 03:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,039
Posted By 144 BCD

Better to do this with the proper frame like you...

Better to do this with the proper frame like you say and do the work yourself. You'll enjoy riding fixed gear more if you start off with a better platform.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-05, 07:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,196
Posted By 144 BCD

What's so bad about the Sugino 75 decals. There...

What's so bad about the Sugino 75 decals. There are small and hardly noticeable as it is.

I must be the only person that protects decals so I can get top dollar for my used track goods.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-05, 08:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 948
Posted By 144 BCD

Those Vanillas are incredible. Attention to...

Those Vanillas are incredible. Attention to detail is amazing on those frames.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-05, 08:44 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,243
Posted By 144 BCD

I don't what happened, but his posts are better...

I don't what happened, but his posts are better than 80% of what I read here. I'd rather hear his mumbo jumbo than what some 135lb kid (who thinks they need 32 hole Deep Vs) tell me what's good.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-05, 09:52 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,139
Posted By 144 BCD

I think I see more Deep Vs on Fixed gear than...

I think I see more Deep Vs on Fixed gear than Bianchi Pistas.

I'm 165lbs and I have to really do something bad to get my wheels out of true. So to me using Deep Vs means you are either jumping...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-05, 03:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,300
Posted By 144 BCD

When I first started riding fixed gear my bike...

When I first started riding fixed gear my bike didn't have any brakes. Now 5 years later all my bikes have front brakes. Having an extra brake in the rear can't hurt anything so I say why not.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-05, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 698
Posted By 144 BCD

Last year I would have said get a Fuji track or...

Last year I would have said get a Fuji track or KHS 100, but I like the Pista more this year.



Forget about the road conversion unless you get the frame free and really like how it looks. I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-05, 02:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 559
Posted By 144 BCD

If your paranoia about being thought of as a...

If your paranoia about being thought of as a hipster died down a little you might be able to actually ride the bike without freaking yourself out. Despite what you think, people aren't talking behind...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-05, 11:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,067
Posted By 144 BCD

The Pista is a better bike than the IRO. I...

The Pista is a better bike than the IRO. I realize there is a lot of loyalty to Tony on these boards, but the IRO not exactly a high performance machine. Pista isn't the greatest bike either, but I'd...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-05, 07:07 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 6,653
Posted By 144 BCD

I like the craftsmanship on the Italian stuff,...

I like the craftsmanship on the Italian stuff, but the Japanese components and design seem to make more sense.

Look at Shimano, they gave up on high flange hubs with the Dura ace 7710 group. Why?...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-05, 05:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,048
Posted By 144 BCD

I'm sorry, but the grips on the tops just about...

I'm sorry, but the grips on the tops just about sum up the true intended use of that bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-05, 03:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 625
Posted By 144 BCD

Having an extra wheelset isn't a bad idea if you...

Having an extra wheelset isn't a bad idea if you only have one bike. Consider it a back-up.

I have 4 bikes now each with their own wheelset, so anything extra gets sold off.
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